Stories From India by Vayu Naidu
Storyteller a second-generation immigrant from the Indian subcontinent, and immersed in the Indian tradition of storytelling. Combines ghost stories, creation myths, hero stories, traditional tales and tales in a modern setting. From the story of the highwayman who becomes a mouthpiece for the story of the gods, to the tale of pichalipairi, the reversed-feet demon, these storeis reflect the different religiions and cultures of the Indian subcontinent.
This series provides a good introduction to the wealth of stories to be found around the world, and would make a good addition to a primary school library* Armadillo, Autumn 00 *
Desirable and collectable [...] What makes them work is their integrity and synergy as a series. [...] These stories cannot fail to stimulate your child's imagination and sense of wonder. * Children's books in Ireland, Dec 00 *
The selection of stories is interesting, and these books would be of great value in class. * Books in schools 2000, Issue 82 *
Desirable and collectable [...] What makes them work is their integrity and synergy as a series. [...] These stories cannot fail to stimulate your child's imagination and sense of wonder. * Children's books in Ireland, Dec 00 *
The selection of stories is interesting, and these books would be of great value in class. * Books in schools 2000, Issue 82 *
Since leaving the Bath College of Art, Rebecca Gryspeerdt has worked as a freelance illustrator, on projects as varied as Greenpeace cards and the Oxfam calendar. She has also co-written and ilustrated two children's books with Julia Mcrae.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780750224321 |
| ISBN 10 | 0750224320 |
| Title | Stories From India |
| Author | Vayu Naidu |
| Series | Multicultural Stories |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Hachette Children's Group |
| Year published | 2000-07-20 |
| Number of pages | 48 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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