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Classic Tales from India: How Ganesh Got His Elephant Head and Other Stories Spe
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Item specifics
- Condition
- ISBN
- 9781591433866
- Book Title
- Classic Tales from India : How Ganesh Got His Elephant Head and Other Stories
- Publisher
- Bear Factory & Company
- Item Length
- 9.5 in
- Publication Year
- 2020
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes, Weltevrede, Nona, Johari, Sandeep, Weltevrede, Pieter
- Item Height
- 0.6 in
- Genre
- Juvenile Fiction, Religion
- Topic
- Religious / Hindu, Legends, Myths, Fables / General, Fairy Tales & Folklore / Country & Ethnic, General
- Item Weight
- 16.3 Oz
- Item Width
- 6.8 in
- Number of Pages
- 240 Pages
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Bear Factory & Company
ISBN-10
159143386X
ISBN-13
9781591433866
eBay Product ID (ePID)
23038554934
Product Key Features
Book Title
Classic Tales from India : How Ganesh Got His Elephant Head and Other Stories
Number of Pages
240 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2020
Topic
Religious / Hindu, Legends, Myths, Fables / General, Fairy Tales & Folklore / Country & Ethnic, General
Illustrator
Yes, Weltevrede, Nona, Johari, Sandeep, Weltevrede, Pieter
Genre
Juvenile Fiction, Religion
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
16.3 Oz
Item Length
9.5 in
Item Width
6.8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
LCCN
2019-053345
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
This is an amazing book, beautifully written. I strongly recommend it to everyone, regardless of age. There is something for all of us to learn and enjoy. The authors articulate these stories from Indian mythology. In addition, the pictures in the book are beautifully illustrated., Vatsala Sperling and Harish Johari have woven a rich tapestry of stories and visuals that is a source of inspiration for children and a simple way to inculcate timeless values within them. This is a treasure to have in every house!, This FULL-COLOR illustrated collection of tales from India features eight traditional stories from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, and the Puranas. This book is a treasure and visual delight for all ages!, Delightful storytelling delicately matched with colorful, evocative illustrations. An ideal way to bond through the art of myth and story and perfect for sharing in the classroom or the dining room. Turn off the TV and read this book aloud. Your family and friends will thank you!, This collection of India's classic tales of its gods and goddesses is brimming with material. The volume contains seven ancient stories told in detail, such as tales of Krishna, Ram, Shiva, and Parvati. Every tale has abundant illustrations on every page and is prefaced with information about the historical, cultural, or religious context of each story. Every story also ends with a note to teachers and parents providing some analysis and comprehension of its moral implications. Quite a packed volume for immersing yourself in the ancient mythology of India., Storytelling is an integral part of Indian culture. By narrating parables, fables, folktales, and spiritual and sacred tales that have been handed down from generation to generation, deep messages are passed along that remain printed in memory. With her roots in Indian culture and philosophy, Vatsala has written this book from a deeply spiritual heart. It will speak to readers from the East and the West., Classic Tales from India is a delight both to the mind and to the heart. The illustrations and the write-ups are divine. This is truly a must for all Indophiles both in India and abroad.
Grade From
Preschool
Grade To
Sixth Grade
Dewey Decimal
294.513
Table Of Content
Introduction Contents and Cast of Characters How Ganesh Got His Elephant Head How Parvati Won the Heart of Shiva Ganga: The River That Flows from the Heaven to Earth Ram the Demon Slayer Hanuman's Journey to the Medicine Mountain The Magical Adventures of Krishna Who Is the Greatest Archer in the World: Karna or Arjuna? A Note to Parents and Teachers About the Authors and the Artists
Synopsis
Seven beautifully illustrated traditional stories that immerse the reader in the ancient culture of India as well as impart important life lessons * Shares classic tales from India, including stories drawn from the Mahabharata , the Ramayana , and the Puranas , translated by the authors * Illustrated throughout with glowing full-color paintings in traditional Indian style prepared according to the traditional Hindu canon With this full-color illustrated collection of classic tales from India, you will learn about the playful, loyal, strong, loving, and wise gods, goddesses, and heroes of India. You will discover how the deity Ganesh, the remover of obstacles, got his elephant head, how the goddess Parvati won the heart of the great god Shiva, and how the goddess Ganga came to Earth from Heaven in the form of the holy Ganges River. You will discover how Krishna's childhood as superhero and mischievous boy prepared him to fulfill his destiny as an avatar of the god Vishnu. In two tales drawn from the Ramayana , you will learn about prince Ram and his victory over the ten-headed demon king Ravana and how the monkey-god Hanuman moved a medicine mountain to save Ram's brother. In two stories from the famous epic the Mahabharata , you will discover how Karna became the greatest archer in the world to help good triumph over evil and how Arjuna compassionately fought his own cousins to bring peace to the kingdom of Hastinapur. The glowing illustrations, executed in transparent watercolors and tempera paints, are done in a centuries-old method traditional to India. Richly detailed, they bring to life the colorful cast of characters--humans, gods, and demons alike--and allow the reader to become immersed in the mystical world of ancient India., Seven beautifully illustrated traditional stories that immerse the reader in the ancient culture of India as well as impart important life lessons - Shares classic tales from India, including stories drawn from the Mahabharata , the Ramayana , and the Puranas , translated by the authors - Illustrated throughout with glowing full-color paintings in traditional Indian style prepared according to the traditional Hindu canon With this full-color illustrated collection of classic tales from India, you will learn about the playful, loyal, strong, loving, and wise gods, goddesses, and heroes of India. You will discover how the deity Ganesh, the remover of obstacles, got his elephant head, how the goddess Parvati won the heart of the great god Shiva, and how the goddess Ganga came to Earth from Heaven in the form of the holy Ganges River. You will discover how Krishna's childhood as superhero and mischievous boy prepared him to fulfill his destiny as an avatar of the god Vishnu. In two tales drawn from the Ramayana , you will learn about prince Ram and his victory over the ten-headed demon king Ravana and how the monkey-god Hanuman moved a medicine mountain to save Ram's brother. In two stories from the famous epic the Mahabharata , you will discover how Karna became the greatest archer in the world to help good triumph over evil and how Arjuna compassionately fought his own cousins to bring peace to the kingdom of Hastinapur. The glowing illustrations, executed in transparent watercolors and tempera paints, are done in a centuries-old method traditional to India. Richly detailed, they bring to life the colorful cast of characters--humans, gods, and demons alike--and allow the reader to become immersed in the mystical world of ancient India., Eight beautifully illustrated traditional stories that immerse the reader in the ancient culture of India as well as impart important life lessons - Shares classic tales from India, including stories drawn from the Mahabharata , the Ramayana , and the Puranas , translated by the authors - Illustrated throughout with glowing full-color paintings in traditional Indian style prepared according to the traditional Hindu canon With this full-color illustrated collection of classic tales from India, you will learn about the playful, loyal, strong, loving, and wise gods, goddesses, and heroes of India. You will discover how the deity Ganesh, the remover of obstacles, got his elephant head, how the goddess Parvati won the heart of the great god Shiva, and how the goddess Ganga came to Earth from Heaven in the form of the holy Ganges River. You will discover how Krishna's childhood as superhero and mischievous boy prepared him to fulfill his destiny as an avatar of the god Vishnu. In two tales drawn from the Ramayana , you will learn about prince Ram and his victory over the ten-headed demon king Ravana and how the monkey-god Hanuman moved a medicine mountain to save Ram's brother. In two stories from the famous epic the Mahabharata , you will discover how Karna became the greatest archer in the world to help good triumph over evil and how Arjuna compassionately fought his own cousins to bring peace to the kingdom of Hastinapur. The glowing illustrations, executed in transparent watercolors and tempera paints, are done in a centuries-old method traditional to India. Richly detailed, they bring to life the colorful cast of characters--humans, gods, and demons alike--and allow the reader to become immersed in the mystical world of ancient India., Eight beautifully illustrated traditional stories that immerse the reader in the ancient culture of India as well as impart important life lessons
LC Classification Number
BL1225.G34S63 2020
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