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Stories from India (Multicultural Stories)

Stories from India (Multicultural Stories)

by Vayu Naidu (Author), Rebecca Gryspeerdt (Illustrator)

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    Illustrated 2000

    $3.44
Synopsis

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.

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
 Pages: 48
 Edition: New e.
 Publisher: Wayland
Published: 20 Jul 2000
ISBN 10: 0750224320
ISBN 13: 9780750224321

Media Reviews
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 *
Author Bio
Vayu Naidu: Vayu Naidu is heavily involved in theatre and storytelling in the Midlands: she works for the Haymarket Theatre in Birmingham. She is also an accomplished storyteller, having visited many schools to tell stories from India., Becky Gryspeerdt: Becky Gryspeerdt is an experienced illustrator, having worked for Oxfam and other major charities. She previously illustrated Hodder Wayland's Stories From The Amazon. ILLUSTRATOR Becky Gryspeerdt is an experienced illustrator, having worked for Oxfam and other major charities. She previously illustrated Hodder Wayland's Stories From The Amazon.