
- 172 pages
- English
- PDF
- Available on iOS & Android
About this book
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 text, as does a resource listing of books, centers, Web sites, and a calendar of South Indian festivals. A beautiful introduction to a fascinating culture and people.
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Table of contents
- Contents
- Preface
- Map of South India
- Introduction
- Color Photographs
- 1 WELCOME TO SOUTH INDIA
- 2 GLIMPSES OF SOUTH INDIAN TELLING
- 3 VALUE OF SIMPLICITY, PROBLEM OF GREED
- 4 DEVOTION AND FAITH
- 5 RESPECT FOR FAMILY AND ELDERS
- 6 HOSPITALITY AND FRIENDSHIP
- 7 HARD WORK AND STUDY
- 8 HEROES AND INSPIRATION
- 9 WIT AND HUMOR
- Appendix
- Glossary
- Notes on Story Sources and Motifs
- Bibliography
- Thematic Index
- Index
- About the Authors