Himalayan Tribal Tales

Author : Stuart H. Blackburn
Publisher : BRILL
ISBN 13 : 9004171339
Total Pages : 317 pages
Book Rating : 4.36/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Himalayan Tribal Tales written by Stuart H. Blackburn and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2008 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study of an oral tradition in northeast India is the first of its kind in this part of the eastern Himalayas. A comparative analysis reveals parallel stories in an area stretching from central Arunachal Pradesh into upland Southeast Asia and southwest China. The subject of the volume, the Apatanis, are a small population of Tibeto-Burman speakers who live in a narrow valley halfway between Tibet and Assam. Their origin myths, migration legends, oral histories, trickster tales and ritual chants, as well as performance contexts and genre system, reveal key cultural ideas and social practices, shifts in tribal identity and the reinvention of religion.

Author : Alice Elizabeth Dracott
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 282 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Simla Village Tales; Or, Folk Tales from the Himalayas written by Alice Elizabeth Dracott and published by . This book was released on 1906 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Alice Elizabeth Dracott
Publisher : BEYOND BOOKS HUB
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 152 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Simla Village Tales Or, Folk Tales from the Himalayas written by Alice Elizabeth Dracott and published by BEYOND BOOKS HUB. This book was released on 2023-07-27 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In introducing “Simla Village Tales” to my readers, I wish to acknowledge gratefully the valuable assistance given me by my sister Mabel Baldwin, who, when I was obliged to leave India suddenly owing to nervous breakdown after the terrible earthquake which visited the Punjaub in April 1905, kindly undertook to complete, from the same sources where I had got them, my collection of folk-tales. Twenty excellent stories contributed by her include “Tabaristan,” “The Priest and the Barber,” “The Fourth Wife is Wisest,” and “Abul Hussain.” Of the down-country tales my husband kindly contributed “Anar Pari,” “The Dog Temple,” “The Beautiful Milkmaid,” and “The Enchanted Bird, Music, and Stream.” Both my sister and my husband can speak the language fluently, and as the former has resided many years in the Punjaub, I am confident that her translations are as literal as my own. All the tales were taken down in pencil, just as they were told, and as nearly as possible in the words of the narrators, who were village women belonging to the agricultural class of Hindus in the Simla district. I must add a word of thanks to Mr Hallam Murray for his invaluable assistance with the illustrations. In one or two instances I was asked if I would allow a Paharee man, well versed in local folk-lore, to relate a few stories to me; but, for obvious reasons, I was obliged to decline the offer, for many Simla Village tales related to me by women, and not included in this book, were grotesquely unfit for publication. The typical Paharee woman is, as a rule, extremely good-looking, and a born flirt; she has a pleasant, gay manner, and can always see a joke; people who wish to chaff her discover an adept at repartee. The “Simla Village Woman,” whose photograph is reproduced, is a very good type. I found her most gentle and lovable. Her little boy, and last surviving child, has died since the photograph was taken last year, yet the young mother bears all her griefs with a fortitude which is really remarkable. Himalayan folk-lore, with its beauty, wit, and mysticism, is a most fascinating study, and makes one grieve to think that the day is fast approaching when the honest rugged hill-folk of Northern India FROM THE BOOKS. will lose their fireside tales under the influence of modern civilisation. The hurry and rush of official life in India’s Summer Capital leaves no time for the song of birds or scent of flowers; these, like the ancient and exquisite fireside tales of its people, have been hustled away into distant valleys and remote villages, where, on cold winter nights, Paharees, young and old, gather together to hear these oft-repeated tales. From their cradle under the shade of ancient deodars, beside the rocks, forests and streams of the mighty Himalayan mountains, have I sought these tales to place them upon the great Bookshelf of the World.

Author : Alice Elizabeth Dracott
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.19/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Folk Tales from the Himalayas written by Alice Elizabeth Dracott and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Shiva Dhakal
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 102 pages
Book Rating : 4.90/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Folk Tales of Sherpa and Yeti written by Shiva Dhakal and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Alice Elizabeth Dracott
Publisher : Legare Street Press
ISBN 13 : 9781019883976
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Simla Village, Or, Folk Tales From the Himalayas written by Alice Elizabeth Dracott and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of short stories focuses on the folklore and legends of the Himalayas. From tales of magical beings to stories of everyday life in the mountain villages, 'Simla Village' provides a captivating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Himalayan people. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Alice Elizabeth Dracott
Publisher : Palala Press
ISBN 13 : 9781340888831
Total Pages : 280 pages
Book Rating : 4.31/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Simla Village Tales written by Alice Elizabeth Dracott and published by Palala Press. This book was released on 2015-09 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : A. L. Shelton
Publisher : BEYOND BOOKS HUB
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 122 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Tibetan Folk Tales written by A. L. Shelton and published by BEYOND BOOKS HUB. This book was released on 2021-01-01 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tibetan Folk Tales by A. L. Shelton takes you on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of Tibetan culture. Enter a world of enchantment, wisdom, and wit as you explore a vast collection of traditional stories passed down through generations. Tibetan Folk Tales offers more than just entertainment; it presents a glimpse into the heart of Tibetan life, capturing its spirit and vibrancy. Shelton, a renowned explorer and ethnologist, meticulously curated these stories, giving readers an authentic insight into a fascinating culture and its traditions. From tales of heroism to stories that explore the complex web of human emotions, Tibetan Folk Tales holds a mirror to society, reflecting our shared humanity. The book is more than a collection of stories; it's a cultural artifact, a testament to the power of storytelling and its enduring appeal. Immerse yourself in Tibetan Folk Tales by A. L. Shelton, and uncover the timeless wisdom of a rich and vibrant culture. Order your copy today and embark on an unforgettable journey.

Author : Kesar Lall
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 118 pages
Book Rating : 4.30/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Folk Tales from the Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal written by Kesar Lall and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Folktales, retold.

Author : Kesar Lall
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9789993304098
Total Pages : 98 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Folk Tales from the Himalayan Kingdom of Nepal written by Kesar Lall and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: