Download or read book The King who Turned Into a Serpent written by and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The King Who Turned into a Serpent and Other Thrilling Tales of Royalty from Indian Mythology written by Sudha Madhavan and published by Hachette India. This book was released on 2022-05-25 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A prince born with four arms and a third eye. A princess who inspired a cowherd to become a great poet. A king so generous he sacrificed himself to feed a bird. A queen skilled beyond compare in warfare. Awe-inspiring fighters, feisty leaders, exemplary friends, mighty monarchs, expert cooks and super-strong sleepyheads... Who were these multifaceted rulers who stood out among the hundreds in the lore of our land? From Shibi Chakravarti to Bhoja, from Vidyottama to Meenakshi, from Yudhishthira to Nahusha, and from Shishupala to Nala - what was extraordinary about them and their times? In over 15 fascinating stories, this charmingly illustrated book takes you to the kingdoms, courts, palaces and battlefields of glorious royals, who shaped our values and made their place forever in our epics and legends.
Download or read book Garuda and the Serpents written by Arshia Sattar and published by Juggernaut Books. This book was released on 2018 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Serpent s Revenge written by Sudha Murty and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2016-10-26 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How many names does Arjuna have? Why was Yama cursed? What lesson did a little mongoose teach Yudhisthira? The Kurukshetra war, fought between the Kauravas and the Pandavas and which forced even the gods to take sides, may be well known, but there are innumerable stories set before, after and during the war that lend the Mahabharata its many varied shades and are largely unheard of. Award-winning author Sudha Murty reintroduces the fascinating world of India’s greatest epic through the extraordinary tales in this collection, each of which is sure to fill you with a sense of wonder and bewilderment.
Download or read book The Elephant headed God and Other Hindu Tales written by Debjani Chatterjee and published by James Clarke & Co.. This book was released on 1989 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The worlds of gods, demons and humans meet and come alive in these twelve stories. The gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, birds, beasts, demons, monsters, sages and warriors that inhabit these classical tales deliver the enduring wisdom of Hindu folklore. The stories are amongst the oldest in the world and belong to children everywhere, regardless of religion or country of birth. Each tale is illustrated with dramatic black-and-white pictures by Margaret Jones. These evocative illustrations capture the wealth and strength of the culture behind the stories and give the tales a magnificent setting worthy of their power and drama.
Download or read book Princess of India written by Aaron Shepard and published by Skyhook Press. This book was released on 2020-03-31 with total page 54 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beauty and intelligence were the princess Savitri's, and eyes that shone like the sun. So splendid was she that people thought her a goddess. When at last she found a man worthy to wed her, no one could sway her from her heart's path -- not even the god of death. This lovely retelling, now in a 30th Anniversary Edition, presents a classic tale of devotion, courage, wit, and will from India's national epic, the Mahabharata. (Original picture book title: "Savitri: A Tale of Ancient India.") TEACHERS AND LIBRARIANS -- A READER'S THEATER SCRIPT OF THIS BOOK IS AVAILABLE IN AARON'S BOOK "FOLKTALES ON STAGE," OR FREE ON AARON'S WEB SITE. ///////////////////////////////////////////////// Aaron Shepard is the award-winning author of "The Baker's Dozen," "The Sea King's Daughter," the Skyhook World Classics series, and many more children's books. Once a professional storyteller, Aaron specializes in lively retellings of folktales and other traditional literature, which have won him honors from the American Library Association, the New York Public Library, the Bank Street College of Education, the National Council for the Social Studies, and the American Folklore Society. Vera Rosenberry has written and/or illustrated over 30 children's books, including eight "Vera" books about her own childhood experiences. She was especially eager to work on this book as her husband is from India and grew up with tales from the Mahabharata. Also, she has always been fascinated by Indian miniature paintings—especially those of the Akbar period, which were produced as illustrations but, with their beautiful colors and intricate detail, stand on their own as works of art. ///////////////////////////////////////////////// 1997 & 2000 California Collection Selection "Unique and noteworthy . . . Shepard breathes new life into the sleeping archetype of the Indian heroine. Like ancient heroic myth, [Shepard's interpretation] renews deep strains of potential within the reader." -- Publishers Weekly, Mar. 9, 1992 "A smooth retelling." -- Kirkus Reviews "Delicately rendered in both adaptation and illustration . . . A book that will open children's eyes and ears to an unfamiliar lore, and provide rich contrast to Western parallels." -- Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books "Profoundly moving." -- Children's Bookwatch "Will enhance the social studies curriculum." -- Children's Book Review Service "Reads aloud very well . . . Readers will enjoy the perspicacity and tenacity of this feisty heroine [and] be fascinated by the uniquely Indian cultural details." -- School Library Journal "Portrays a woman of great intelligence and courage, as well as virtue . . . The story and pictures show great sensitivity to Hindu lore and culture." -- Deva and Gayatri Rajan, Hinduism Today "Powerfully told, with a magic all its own. Savitri's purity of spirit will touch the hearts of all readers, young and old." -- Meera Lester, India West "Fresh and respectful . . . Could be useful as an introduction to Indian classics for young adult readers, in a course on ancient cultures, or in any broad-based collection." -- Fran Stallings, Territorial Tattler "Looking for a painless dose of Hindu mythology? Here it is, with beautiful illustrations to boot." -- Ours (Adoptive Families of America
Download or read book King Vikram and the Vampire written by Captain Sir Richard F. Burton and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1993-02-01 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Translated by the noted Victorian Orientalist, Sir Richard F. Burton, from the original Sanskrit, these ancient Indian folk tales influenced such later works as 1001 Arabian Nights and Boccaccio's Decameron. First published in 1870, these stories will entertain and delight modern readers while illuminating the life and customs of classical India.
Download or read book Rama and the Demon King written by Jessica Souhami and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This 3000-year old story of Rama, who rescues his wife Sita from the Demon King, is said to bless all those who hear it. A story of love, good and evil, and the exploits of an amazing hero, the Ramayana has also inspired many works of art.
Download or read book Kaliya Serpent King written by Joshua M. Greene and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2023-06-20 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Simon & Schuster eBook. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every reader.
Download or read book The Queen Who Ruled the Waves and Other Amazing Tales of Royalty from Indian History written by Indira Ananthakrishnan and published by Hachette India. This book was released on 2022-05-25 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A king who composed more than 400 songs. A princess who followed a beloved temple idol to the very end. Emperors who tamed wild cheetahs and kept zebras as pets. Queens who fought the mightiest and cruellest powers on land and sea. Determined warriors, artistic temple builders, wise administrators, prolific writers, unabashed food-lovers and expert musicians... Who were these incredible, multifaceted rulers from the past who stood out among hundreds of others? From Kattabomman to Krishnadevaraya, from Abbakka to Durgavati, from Velu Nachiyar to Shantala, and from Mahendravarman to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj - what was extraordinary about them and their reign? In over 15 fascinating stories, this charmingly illustrated book takes you to the kingdoms, courts, palaces and battlefields of glorious royals, who shaped events in their own times and made their place forever in our history.
Download or read book Incarnations Of Lord Vishnu written by Divya Jain and published by . This book was released on 2008-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: According to Hindu mythology, Lord Vishnu, the God of Preservation is supposed to be responsible for the sustenance, protection and maintenance of the Universe. To establish righteousness and destroy injustice in the world, he has incarnated in different life forms in various ages. Each incarnation has an interesting story associated with it which describes the feats of Vishnu. Such personifications are popularly believed to be ten in all though there is no upper limit to them. Children are inquisitive by nature and have often wondered why God incarnated himself time and again. In this book, each incarnation of Lord Vishnu has been presented in a manner that will be enlightening, educational and fun for children as well as grown-ups.
Download or read book Vishwamitra Story of Sage Vishwamitra The King Who Became a Great Sage Stories from Hindu Mythology written by Manjappa W and published by . This book was released on 2021-04-06 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: VISHWAMITRA -STORY OF SAGE VISHWAMITRA-THE KING WHO BECAME A GREAT SAGE-STORIES FROM HINDU MYTHOLOGYBorn a warrior, he relinquished his kingdom to do penance when Indra, the lord of heaven, refused entry to king Trishanku, the sage, known for his determination, created a parallel heaven for the king who had sought his help he trained Sri Rama and his brother Lakshmana in warfare and taught them the use of celestial weapons to prepare them for the great war they were destined to fight later an extraordinary sage, Vishvamitra was also a seer whose hymns are part of the sacred rig veda
Download or read book Vikram and the Vampire written by and published by Dover Publications. This book was released on 1870 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 11 tales, translated by Burton from the Sanskrit Baital-Pachisi, or 25 Tales of a Baital, "hung on [the] thread" of the "laughable" difficulties faced by King Vikram, "the King Arthur of the East," as he and his son attempt to bring a baitel (vampire) to a magician. Cf. Isabel Burton's "Preface" to the 1893 Memorial Ed., p. xi.
Download or read book Seneca Myths and Folk Tales written by Arthur Caswell Parker and published by Buffalo, N.Y. : Buffalo Historical Society. This book was released on 1923 with total page 524 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Rama and the Demon King written by Jessica Souhami and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 3000-year-old tale of Rama, who rescues his wife, Sita, from the Demon King, is said to confer a blessing on all who hear it. Jessica Souhami's retelling with bold illustrations adapted from her own shadow puppets conveys the exuberance of a tale which is still very much alive.
Download or read book The Giant Crab and Other Tales from Old India written by W. H. D. Rouse and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2019-11-27 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Giant Crab, and Other Tales from Old India by W. H. D. Rouse is a captivating collection of traditional Indian stories and folktales, retold for a modern audience. These enchanting tales, filled with adventure, magic, and moral lessons, provide a glimpse into the rich and diverse cultural heritage of India, engaging readers of all ages with their timeless themes and imaginative storytelling.
Download or read book Tales From Indian Mythology written by A. S. Raman and published by Popular Prakashan. This book was released on 1961 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
