Folk-tales of Bengal
Author : Lal Behari Day
Publisher :
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 17,73 MB
Release : 1883
Category : Bengali (South Asian people)
ISBN :
Tales of India
Author :
Publisher : Chronicle Books
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 11,94 MB
Release : 2018-02-27
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1452166757
Book Description
Traditional Indian lore through the eyes of two artists. “Their collaboration is nothing short of phenomenal. The illustrations take you into another world.” —Medium A shape-shifting tiger and a pretentious rat. A generous goddess and a powerful demon. A clever princess and a prince who returns from the dead. This collection of sixteen traditional tales transports readers to the beguiling world of Indian folklore. Transcribed by Indian and English folklorists in the nineteenth century, these stories brim with wit and magic. Fans of fairy tales will encounter familiar favorites—epic quests and talking animals—alongside delightful surprises—an irreverent sense of humor and an array of bold, inspiring heroines. Each tale in this ebook comes alive alongside exquisite artwork by a pair of contemporary Indian artists.
Bengal Fairy Tales
Author : Francis Bradley Bradley-Birt
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 23,61 MB
Release : 2022-06-13
Category : Art
ISBN :
Book Description
"Bengal Fairy Tales" is an anthology of traditional Indian stories assembled by Francis Bradley. The book contains thirty-two Bengali fairy tales. Table of Contents: Part I – Stories Told by Bhabaghuray, the Traveller: The Four Riddles Padmalochan, the Weaver Budhibanta, the Boy Weaver Khoodeh, the Youngest Born Luckhinarain, the Idiot The Four Swindlers Katmanush, or the Human Being who was made of Wood The Wily Brahmin Hati Sing, or the Vanquisher of an Elephant The Country of Swindlers The Man who was enriched by Accident Strange Friends in Time of Need Lakshmi's Gift The Redeeming Power of the Ganges Part II: Madhumala, the Wreath of Sweetness Pushpamala, the Wreath of Flowers Malanchamala, the Wreath in a Flower Garden Kanchanmala, the Golden Wreath Shankha, the Garland of Shells Part III: Princess Kalabutti The Seven Brothers who were turned into Champa Trees Sheet and Basanta Kirunmala, or the Wreath of Light Blue Lotus and Red Lotus Dalimkumar A Stick of Gold and a Stick of Silver Jackal, the Schoolmaster Humility rewarded and Pride punished A Brahmin and his Wife A Man who was only a Finger and a Half in Stature The Petrified Mansion A True Friend
Grandma and the Great Gourd
Author :
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 40,43 MB
Release : 2013-03-05
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1596433787
Book Description
On her way to visit her daughter on the other side of the jungle, Grandma encounters a hungry fox, bear, and tiger, and although she convinces them to wait for her return trip, she still must find a way to outwit them all.
FOLK TALES OF BENGAL - 22 Bengali Children's Stories
Author : Anon E. Mouse
Publisher : Abela Publishing Ltd
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 42,36 MB
Release : 2018-10-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8822809424
Book Description
Herein you will find stories like; Life’s Secret, Phakir Chand, The Indigent Brahman, The Story Of The Rakshasas, The Story Of Prince Sobur, The Origin Of Opium, The Man Who Wished To Be Perfect, The Story Of A Brahmadaitya, The Origin Of Rubies and many more. Originally narrated in Bengali, at the behest of Richard Temple, to whom this book is dedicated, Rev. Behari Day translated them into English for a Western audience. These stories are further brought to life through the 32 colour illustrations by Warrick Goble, adding a welcome dimension to the stories, making it easier for children to imagine the settings for the characters and stories contained herein. Stories have also been purloined from Brahmans, barbers, servants and other sources. We, therefore, have reason to believe that the stories given in this book are a genuine sample of the old, old stories told by old Bengali women from age to age through a hundred generations. Bengali folklore constitutes a considerable portion of Bengali literature. In Bengali society, as with most ancient societies, folk literature became a collective product. It also assumes the traditions, emotions, thoughts and values of the community. Rev. Lal Behari Day was told these 22 Bengali tales by his Gammer Grethel. In turn his Gammer (Grandmother) heard these as a little girl at the knee of her old grandmother, reputed to be a good story-teller. This means these stories have been told and passed down for no less than 5 generations before the author heard them, which takes us back to at least AD1720 - if not earlier. YESTERDAY'S BOOKS FOR TODAY'S CHARITIES 10% of the profit from the sale of this book will be donated to charities
Folk Tales of West Bengal
Author : Swapna Dutta
Publisher : Children's Book Trust
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 41,11 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Children's stories, Indic (English)
ISBN : 9788189750732
Book Description
Bengal Fairy Tales
Author : Francis Bradley Bradley-Birt
Publisher :
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 12,10 MB
Release : 1920
Category : Fairy tales
ISBN :
Book Description
A collection of thirty-two Bengali tales and fairy tales.
Folk-Tales of Bengal
Author : Lal Behari Day
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 39,69 MB
Release : 2019-11-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Book Description
"Folk-Tales of Bengal" is a collection of folk tales and fairy tales collected by Lal Behari Dey. The book was first published in 1883, and the illustrations by Warwick Goble were added in 1912. All these stories were passed from generation to generation for centuries. The collection contains, among others, such famous tales as: "The Boy with the Moon on his Forehead," "The Story of Prince Sobur," and "The Origin of Opium."
Bengal Peasant Life
Author : Lal Behari Day
Publisher :
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 25,4 MB
Release : 1908
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Book Description
Folk-Tales of Bengal
Author : Lal Behari Dey
Publisher : Graphic Arts Books
Page : 142 pages
File Size : 39,33 MB
Release : 2021-06-08
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1513288369
Book Description
Folk Tales of Bengal: Life’s Secret (1883) is a collection of stories by Lal Behari Dey. Inspired by the stories told to him by village elders in his boyhood, Lal Behari Dey wrote Folk Tales of Bengal: Life’s Secret in order to portray the lives and traditions of Bengali peasants in a positive, human light. Praised by Charles Darwin for his novel Govinda Samanta: Or the History of a Bengal Raiyat, Lal Behari Dey was awarded a substantial prize for his literary achievements by a prominent Bengali zamindar, cementing his reputation as a pioneering figure in Bengali literature. “I have reason to believe that the stories given in this book are a genuine sample of the old old stories told by old Bengali women from age to age through a hundred generations.” With this certificate of authenticity, Lal Behari Dey presents the stories of his youth in Bengal, stories of kings and queens, gods and monsters, of rich and poor and everything in between. In “Life’s Secret,” he tells the tale of Suo, a beautiful queen who has been unable to give birth to a son for her impatient, powerful husband. Just as she is ready to give in to despair, a mysterious healer presents her with a magical drug that will grant her the fertility she seeks. In “Phakir Chand,” two young friends on a journey to a foreign land encounter a princess held captive by a terrifying serpent. Saving her, they agree to remain at her palace, but only one of them can take her hand in marriage. Charming, instructive, and often surprising, Folk Tales of Bengal: Life’s Secret is an underappreciated masterpiece of Bengali literature from Lal Behari Dey. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Lal Behari Dey’s Folk Tales of Bengal: Life’s Secret is a classic work of Bengali literature reimagined for modern readers.
