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Paperback
Age Group
0-2 Years
Language
English
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Book Summary
Indian Tales is a paperback collection that invites you into the enchanting world of Indian folklore. A timeless anthology of legends, myths, and everyday wisdom, it speaks to readers of all ages who love stories that teach, delight, and travel across cultures. Perfect for curious minds, families, and quiet evenings, this book carries a warm, inviting tone that feels like a conversation with storytellers from India.
Across the pages, the stories come from across India's diverse landscapes—deserts, rivers, bustling towns, and quiet villages—where legendary heroes meet mythical creatures and ordinary people discover courage, compassion, and cleverness. The tales are written in a clear, accessible voice that makes age-old lessons feel relevant today. Each story stands on its own, while together they form a tapestry of humor, wonder, and insight that invites readers to slow down and listen.
The book’s structure is simple and inviting: a flowing sequence of tales that can be read aloud in a single sitting or enjoyed in shorter sessions. Rich descriptions, vivid scenes, and gentle humor create a memorable reading rhythm, while the underlying themes—family, bravery, wisdom, and respect for nature—offer talking points for parents and educators. This isn’t just entertainment; it’s a doorway to cultural insight and a celebration of humanity found in the collection.
After finishing Indian Tales, readers gain a warm sense of connection to India's rich storytelling heritage, along with lessons that encourage bravery, empathy, and curiosity. It leaves young and adult readers inspired to explore more stories, think differently, and carry the wisdom of these timeless tales into everyday life.
Product Details
Author
Romila Thapar
Publisher
Puffin Books
Language
English
SKU
BK0026992
ISBN
9780140348118
Reading Age
0-2 Years
Binding
Paperback
₹ 199
Romila Thapar Is An Indian Historian. She Graduated From Punjab University And Obtained A Doctorate Degree From The School Of Oriental And African Studies From The University Of London. Her Prime Area Of Study And Research Is Ancient Indian History. She Has Won Many Awards For The Contributions Made In The Field Of History. Romila Thapar Is Emeritus Professor Of History At The Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. She Has Been General President Of The Indian History Congress. She Is A Fellow Of The British Academy And The American Philosophical Society And Holds An Honorary D.Lit. Each From Calcutta University, Oxford University, And The University Of Chicago. She Is An Honorary Fellow Ofady Margaret Hall, Oxford, St. Antony’S College, Oxford, And Soas,Ondon. In 2008 Professor Thapar Was Awarded The Prestigious Kluge Prize Of The Usibrary Of Congress, Which Honoursifetime Achievement In Studies Such As History That Are Not Covered By The Nobel Prize.