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Jasmine and Coconuts: South Indian Tales (World Folklore)
Cathy Spagnoli
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Description for Jasmine and Coconuts: South Indian Tales (World Folklore)
Hardcover. A collection of contemporary and traditional stories from Southern India. With the stories the authors present a historical overview of the region and detailed storytelling notes. The book also includes a resource listing of books, centres and Web sites, and a calendar of South Indian festivals. Series: World Folklore Series. Num Pages: 172 pages, colour plates, line drawings. BIC Classification: 1FKA; DQ; JFHF; YNM; YQE. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 19. Weight in Grams: 650.
Lush tropical lands, exotic flora and fauna, colorful clothing, and the spirit and influence of Hinduism are some of the wonders to be seen in Southern India. Among the many lively sounds are the those of traditional and contemporary stories as found in this collection. Tales of tricksters, heroes, and sages as well as modern jokes, true stories, and teaching stories—42 tales total, balanced in length, mood, and age appeal—can be found in this unique anthology. With the stories, the authors give a historical overview of the region and detailed storytelling notes. Color photos and elegant line drawings complement the ... Read more
Lush tropical lands, exotic flora and fauna, colorful clothing, and the spirit and influence of Hinduism are some of the wonders to be seen in Southern India. Among the many lively sounds are the those of traditional and contemporary stories as found in this collection. Tales of tricksters, heroes, and sages as well as modern jokes, true stories, and teaching stories—42 tales total, balanced in length, mood, and age appeal—can be found in this unique anthology. With the stories, the authors give a historical overview of the region and detailed storytelling notes. Color photos and elegant line drawings complement the ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
Libraries Unlimited
Condition
New
Series
World Folklore Series
Number of Pages
172
Place of Publication
, United States
ISBN
9781563085765
SKU
V9781563085765
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Ref
99-10
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