Folktales of Ancient India, Raywat Deonandan
Folktales of Ancient India, Raywat Deonandan
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Folktales of Ancient India

Author: Raywat Deonandan

Narrator: Raywat Deonandan

Unabridged: 2 hr 33 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/12/2024

Synopsis

Twenty-five years in the making, this anthology of centuries-old folk tales from the villages of South Asia recreate the oral traditions of old. Treat yourself to 27 old-fashioned short stories of kings, princesses, fools, wisemen, talking animals, treacherous villains, and unlikely heroes. Plucked and distilled from the anthropological literature, these tales hearken to a simpler time and faraway places, when old and young alike were entertained by fireside storytellers who wandered from village to village to ply their yarn-spinning trade.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Pippa on October 10, 2024

I really enjoyed these stories. They were cozy, funny, emotional, inspiring, and deeply ironic at times. I really appreciated how some of the stories did not have the ending/moral explicitly stated and I was able to draw my own conclusions from them. My favourite stories were: 1. Harisham the Frog 2. T......more

Goodreads review by Amanda on November 25, 2024

This anthology features 27 timeless short stories that bring to life a vibrant tapestry of characters, including kings, princesses, fools, wise men, talking animals, treacherous villains, and unlikely heroes. Each tale is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of ancient India, offering both ente......more

Goodreads review by Zee's Bookish Haven on November 26, 2024

Folktales of Ancient India is an anthology of amazing short stories highlighting the beauty of Ancient India featuring kings, princesses, fools, wise men, talking animals, villains, and heroes. Each and every one is uniquely beautiful and filled with timeless lessons. This anthology is perfect for a......more

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