This collection of tales, the only one of its kind currently available in the United States, introduces you to the treasures of an ancient and rapidly changing culture. Selected and translated by Kavita Ram Shrestha of Nepal, the 15 stories range in tone from the playful to the haunting.
From a region of spectacular beauty, gentle people, and deep spirituality come some of the world's most enchanting tales. This collection of tales, the only one of its kind currently available in the United States, introduces you to the treasures of an ancient and rapidly changing culture. Selected and translated by Kavita Ram Shrestha of Nepal and edited by Sarah Lamstein, the 15 stories range in tone from the playful King Silly and Minister Sloppy to the haunting Uttis Tree. Tales are supplemented by color photographs; line drawings; and an introduction to the history, geography, and culture of the country. A generous bibliography leads readers to further resources.
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Interest Age: From 7 to 17 years
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978-0-313-06961-1 (9780313069611)
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Preface
Map of Nepal
An Introduction to Nepal
Overview
The Land and the People
Religion
Kathmandu
History
Daily Life
The Arts
Storytelling
Notes
Color Photographs
The Tales
The Wish-Fulfiller Shell
Lake Phewa
The Princess of the Vermilion Path
The Farmer and the Jackal
Two Brothers
The River Kamala
From the Mango Tree
Death Invisible
The Uttis Tree
Princess Naulakha
King Silly and Minister Sloppy
Tuhuri and the She-Goat
The Cave of Halesi
The Three Rules
Tuhuro and the Bread-Bearing Tree
Closing Comments
Glossary
Bibliography
About the Authors
