Sperling, Vatsala
Classic Tales from India: How Ganesh Got His Elephant Head and Other Stories
- ISBN 13:
- 9781591433866
- author:
- Sperling, Vatsala
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Bear & Company
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 24.1 x 17.1 x 1.5 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Children's, Fiction, Humorous Stories,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Seven beautifully illustrated traditional stories from India, including tales from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, and the Puranas, are presented in this full-color illustrated collection. The stories share important life lessons and introduce the reader to the gods, goddesses, and heroes of ancient India. The book features stories about the deity Ganesh, the goddess Parvati, and the goddess Ganga, as well as tales of prince Ram and his victory over the demon king Ravana. Two stories from the Mahabharata also explore the legend of Karna and the story of Arjuna fighting his own cousins. The book's illustrations, created using a centuries-old method, bring to life the colorful cast of characters and immerse the reader in the mystical world of ancient India.
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