Indian Fairy Tales
Title | Indian Fairy Tales PDF eBook |
Author | Joseph Jacobs |
Publisher | |
Pages | 304 |
Release | 1892 |
Genre | Children's stories |
ISBN |
Folk tales from India.
Title | Indian Fairy Tales PDF eBook |
Author | Joseph Jacobs |
Publisher | |
Pages | 304 |
Release | 1892 |
Genre | Children's stories |
ISBN |
Folk tales from India.
Title | The Greatest Indian Fairy Tales PDF eBook |
Author | Joseph Jacobs |
Publisher | |
Pages | 178 |
Release | 2018-11-10 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 9789388326414 |
Enter the magical, timeless world of classic fairy tales from India. A prince sets out on an adventure and is joined by a talking parrot and the 'Ant-Raja'. Together, can they win the heart of the beautiful Princess Labam? Gangazara, the soothsayer's son, rescues the tiger-king, the serpent-king and the rat-king from a well. But did he make a grave mistake when he also rescued the cunning goldsmith? A boy is born with the mark of the moon on his forehead and a star on his chin but his enemies want to kill him as soon as he is born. Can he overcome his cruel destiny and return to his rightful kingdom? Also in these pages are stories about animals both wise and cruel--a tiger tricked into returning to his cage by a jackal, a crane outwitted by a crab, and the cat, dog and mice who pit their wits against crafty humans. Brave girls, adventurous men, wily tricksters, loyal friends populate of this book, bringing alive an imagined world from long, long ago. Beautifully illustrated in colour and introduced by Jerry Pinto, these fairy tales are as unique as they are unforgettable and will ignite the imagination of a new generation of readers.
Title | Indian Fairy Tales PDF eBook |
Author | Joseph Jacobs |
Publisher | |
Pages | 306 |
Release | 1892 |
Genre | Fairy tales |
ISBN |
Twenty-nine traditional tales from India include "The Tiger, the Brahman, and the Jackal," "The Lion and the Crane," and "Why the Fish Laughed."
Title | Tales of India PDF eBook |
Author | |
Publisher | Chronicle Books |
Pages | 177 |
Release | 2018-02-27 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN | 1452166757 |
Traditional Indian lore through the eyes of two artists. “Their collaboration is nothing short of phenomenal. The illustrations take you into another world.” —Medium A shape-shifting tiger and a pretentious rat. A generous goddess and a powerful demon. A clever princess and a prince who returns from the dead. This collection of sixteen traditional tales transports readers to the beguiling world of Indian folklore. Transcribed by Indian and English folklorists in the nineteenth century, these stories brim with wit and magic. Fans of fairy tales will encounter familiar favorites—epic quests and talking animals—alongside delightful surprises—an irreverent sense of humor and an array of bold, inspiring heroines. Each tale in this ebook comes alive alongside exquisite artwork by a pair of contemporary Indian artists.
Title | The Red Indian Fairy Book for the Children's Own Reading and for Story-tellers PDF eBook |
Author | Frances Jenkins Olcott |
Publisher | |
Pages | 382 |
Release | 1917 |
Genre | Folklore, Indian |
ISBN |
Title | The Ocean of Story PDF eBook |
Author | Neil Philip |
Publisher | Lothrop Lee & Shepard |
Pages | 128 |
Release | 1996-04-29 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 9780688135843 |
A collection of Indian stories includes "The Cat Who Became a Queen," "The Magic Lamp," "The Blacksmith's Daughter," and others
Title | Indian Children's Favorite Stories PDF eBook |
Author | Rosemarie Somaiah |
Publisher | Tuttle Publishing |
Pages | 64 |
Release | 2020-04-14 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 146290632X |
This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Indian fairy tales and other folk stories that the whole family will enjoy! Indian Children's Favorite Stories is a charming selection of eight Indian tales that provide an insight into traditional Indian culture. They make perfect new additions for story time or bedtime reading. Retold for an international audience, the beautifully illustrated stories will give children of all ages a glimpse into the fables and folklore of India, including tales of how Lord Krishna escapes the evil Kamsa's repeated attempts to kill him, and how the elephant keeper's daughter, Rani, humbles an unwise and unjust king by emptying his storehouses of rice. Featured Indian stories include: The Story of Rama, the ancient Indian tale of a prince's exile and return to his homeland Sukhu and Dukhu, two sisters--one kind, one selfish--and their different fates Munna and the Grain of Rice, how a good and clever girl saves her people from hunger And five more wonderful tales to delight story lovers everywhere. A glossary is also included, so that everyone can understand and appreciate the Indian words scattered throughout the stories. The Children's Favorite Stories series was created to share the folktales and legends most beloved by children in the East with young readers of all backgrounds in the West. Other multicultural children's books in this series include: Asian Children's Favorite Stories, Indonesian Children's Favorite Stories, Japanese Children's Favorite Stories, Singapore Children's Favorite Stories, Filipino Children's Favorite Stories, Favorite Children's Stories from China & Tibet, Chinese Children's Favorite Stories, Korean Children's Favorite Stories, Balinese Children's Favorite Stories, and Vietnamese Children's Favorite Stories.