Author: Meera Uberoi
Publisher: Penguin Global
ISBN: 9780143335405
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An illustrated collection of over forty folk tales from India, manny of them based on Hindu mythology.
The Puffin Book of Classic Indian Tales for Children
Author: Meera Uberoi
Publisher: Penguin Global
ISBN: 9780143335405
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An illustrated collection of over forty folk tales from India, manny of them based on Hindu mythology.
Publisher: Penguin Global
ISBN: 9780143335405
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An illustrated collection of over forty folk tales from India, manny of them based on Hindu mythology.
The Puffin Book Of School Stories
Author: Ruskin Bond
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 8184754620
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
A collection of all-time favourite school stories Meet the world’s naughtiest boys and girls, the best and the worst students and some really famous children in this book as they make their way through school. Read about David Copperfield and his friendship with Steerforth, Tom Brown trying to find his feet in Rugby school, and Jane Eyre fighting poverty and disease in a school for orphans. Not to forget those other irrepressible and immortal boys, Richmal Crompton’s William Brown, Mark Twain’s Tom Sawyer, RK Nararyan’s Swami and Ruskin Bond’s Rusty. Also included are stories from such classics as Anne of Avonlea, Little Men, Stalky and Co., and To Sir, With Love. By turns hilarious and heartwarming, these classic tales are about growing up and the time spent in that one place which is so beloved to some and so hated by others—school.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 8184754620
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 240
Book Description
A collection of all-time favourite school stories Meet the world’s naughtiest boys and girls, the best and the worst students and some really famous children in this book as they make their way through school. Read about David Copperfield and his friendship with Steerforth, Tom Brown trying to find his feet in Rugby school, and Jane Eyre fighting poverty and disease in a school for orphans. Not to forget those other irrepressible and immortal boys, Richmal Crompton’s William Brown, Mark Twain’s Tom Sawyer, RK Nararyan’s Swami and Ruskin Bond’s Rusty. Also included are stories from such classics as Anne of Avonlea, Little Men, Stalky and Co., and To Sir, With Love. By turns hilarious and heartwarming, these classic tales are about growing up and the time spent in that one place which is so beloved to some and so hated by others—school.
Puffin Book of Folktales
Author:
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 818475941X
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
Explore an exciting and beautiful underwater world with Panna. Watch little blue bird Podna fight a mighty king for his little brown Podni. Join Lord Ganesha on his quest for a pot of kheer. Read about lovelorn Lord Surya pining for his Harshringar, leaving the world in darkness. Help the dove get her egg back.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 818475941X
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
Explore an exciting and beautiful underwater world with Panna. Watch little blue bird Podna fight a mighty king for his little brown Podni. Join Lord Ganesha on his quest for a pot of kheer. Read about lovelorn Lord Surya pining for his Harshringar, leaving the world in darkness. Help the dove get her egg back.
The Puffin Book of Classic School Stories
Author: Ruskin Bond
Publisher: Penguin Books India
ISBN: 9780143335337
Category : Schools
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
A Collection Of All-Time Favourite School Stories Meet The World S Naughtiest Boys And Girls, The Best And The Worst Students And Some Really Famous Children In This Book As They Make Their Way Through School. Read About David Copperfield And His Friendship With Steerforth, Tom Brown Trying To Find His Feet In Rugby School, And Jane Eyre Fighting Poverty And Disease In A School For Orphans. Not To Forget Those Other Irrepressible And Immortal Boys, Richmal Crompton S William Brown, Mark Twain S Tom Sawyer, Rk Nararyan S Swami And Ruskin Bond S Rusty. Also Included Are Stories From Such Classics As Anne Of Avonlea, Little Men, Stalky And Co., And To Sir, With Love. By Turns Hilarious And Heartwarming, These Classic Tales Are About Growing Up And The Time Spent In That One Place Which Is So Beloved To Some And So Hated By Others School.
Publisher: Penguin Books India
ISBN: 9780143335337
Category : Schools
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
A Collection Of All-Time Favourite School Stories Meet The World S Naughtiest Boys And Girls, The Best And The Worst Students And Some Really Famous Children In This Book As They Make Their Way Through School. Read About David Copperfield And His Friendship With Steerforth, Tom Brown Trying To Find His Feet In Rugby School, And Jane Eyre Fighting Poverty And Disease In A School For Orphans. Not To Forget Those Other Irrepressible And Immortal Boys, Richmal Crompton S William Brown, Mark Twain S Tom Sawyer, Rk Nararyan S Swami And Ruskin Bond S Rusty. Also Included Are Stories From Such Classics As Anne Of Avonlea, Little Men, Stalky And Co., And To Sir, With Love. By Turns Hilarious And Heartwarming, These Classic Tales Are About Growing Up And The Time Spent In That One Place Which Is So Beloved To Some And So Hated By Others School.
Tales from the Caribbean
Author: Trish Cooke
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141373261
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
A collection of favourite tales gathered from the many different islands of the Caribbean, one of the world's richest sources of traditional storytelling. From the very first Kingfisher to Anansi the Spider Man, these lively retellings full of humour and pathos, are beautifully retold by Trish Cooke. The book includes endnotes with a glossary, additional information as well as ideas for activities that children can do to explore the stories further.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141373261
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
A collection of favourite tales gathered from the many different islands of the Caribbean, one of the world's richest sources of traditional storytelling. From the very first Kingfisher to Anansi the Spider Man, these lively retellings full of humour and pathos, are beautifully retold by Trish Cooke. The book includes endnotes with a glossary, additional information as well as ideas for activities that children can do to explore the stories further.
The Mahabharata
Author: Meera Uberoi
Publisher: Penguin Books India
ISBN: 9780143033585
Category : Epic poetry, Sanskrit
Languages : en
Pages : 480
Book Description
A Modern Retelling Of An Ancient Tale Of Power, Love, Duty And Revenge To Indians, The Mahabharata Is Not Merely A Story Of The Power Struggle Between Princes Divided On The Issue Of Inheritance. It Is Representative Of Human Nature And Of Life Itself, For Woven Into The Elaborate Narrative Of A Heroic Tale Are Writings On Ethics, Law, Philosophy, History, Geography, Statecraft And Religion. Meera Uberoi Has Retold This Epic Tale Of Love And Hatred, Joy And Sorrow, Pride And Endurance, With Great Lucidity. Heroes And Villains, Kings And Queens All Come Alive Through Her Use Of The Modern Idiom. Weaving The Metaphors, Similes And Allegories Of The Original Into The Main Narrative, Uberoi Makes The Lessons Of The Mahabharata More Relevant Than Ever To The Modern Reader. Well-Paced&Uberoi S Mahabharata Reads Like English, Yet Retains Some Measure Of Nuance From The Original Sanskrit Arshia Sattar, Indian Review Of Books Meera Uberoi S Language Is Simple And Spare&The Story Moves At A Fast Pace Without Flagging Hindu
Publisher: Penguin Books India
ISBN: 9780143033585
Category : Epic poetry, Sanskrit
Languages : en
Pages : 480
Book Description
A Modern Retelling Of An Ancient Tale Of Power, Love, Duty And Revenge To Indians, The Mahabharata Is Not Merely A Story Of The Power Struggle Between Princes Divided On The Issue Of Inheritance. It Is Representative Of Human Nature And Of Life Itself, For Woven Into The Elaborate Narrative Of A Heroic Tale Are Writings On Ethics, Law, Philosophy, History, Geography, Statecraft And Religion. Meera Uberoi Has Retold This Epic Tale Of Love And Hatred, Joy And Sorrow, Pride And Endurance, With Great Lucidity. Heroes And Villains, Kings And Queens All Come Alive Through Her Use Of The Modern Idiom. Weaving The Metaphors, Similes And Allegories Of The Original Into The Main Narrative, Uberoi Makes The Lessons Of The Mahabharata More Relevant Than Ever To The Modern Reader. Well-Paced&Uberoi S Mahabharata Reads Like English, Yet Retains Some Measure Of Nuance From The Original Sanskrit Arshia Sattar, Indian Review Of Books Meera Uberoi S Language Is Simple And Spare&The Story Moves At A Fast Pace Without Flagging Hindu
Tales from India
Author: Bali Rai
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141373253
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
A collection of 20 stories from India's rich folklore heritage. From wicked magicians to wise old priests, charming princes and beautiful princesses, to greedy tigers and wily jackals, these magical tales are full of adventure and trickery, and infused with deeper messages about morality, Life and the world around us. Founded on the work of folklorist, Joseph Jacob, and from tales from India's Mughul period, award-winning author Bali Rai's lively retellings are a delight for readers of all ages. The book includes endnotes with a glossary, additional information as well as ideas for activities that children can do to explore the stories further.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 0141373253
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
A collection of 20 stories from India's rich folklore heritage. From wicked magicians to wise old priests, charming princes and beautiful princesses, to greedy tigers and wily jackals, these magical tales are full of adventure and trickery, and infused with deeper messages about morality, Life and the world around us. Founded on the work of folklorist, Joseph Jacob, and from tales from India's Mughul period, award-winning author Bali Rai's lively retellings are a delight for readers of all ages. The book includes endnotes with a glossary, additional information as well as ideas for activities that children can do to explore the stories further.
Marianne Dreams
Author: Catherine Storr
Publisher: Faber & Faber
ISBN: 0571313280
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 211
Book Description
'I could get in,' Marianne thought, 'if there was a person inside the house. There has got to be a person. I can't get in unless there is somebody there.' A powerful and haunting classic about a girl haunted by her own dreams. Ill and bored with having to stay in bed, Marianne picks up a pencil and starts doodling - a house, a garden, a boy at the window. That night she has an extraordinary dream. She is transported into her own picture, and as she explores further she soon realises she is not alone. The boy at the window is called Mark, and his every movement is guarded by the menacing stone watchers that surround the solitary house. Together, in their dreams, Marianne and Mark must save themselves . . . The perfect gift for children aged 8+, this well-loved classic will delight a new generation of readers of the Faber Children's Classics list.
Publisher: Faber & Faber
ISBN: 0571313280
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 211
Book Description
'I could get in,' Marianne thought, 'if there was a person inside the house. There has got to be a person. I can't get in unless there is somebody there.' A powerful and haunting classic about a girl haunted by her own dreams. Ill and bored with having to stay in bed, Marianne picks up a pencil and starts doodling - a house, a garden, a boy at the window. That night she has an extraordinary dream. She is transported into her own picture, and as she explores further she soon realises she is not alone. The boy at the window is called Mark, and his every movement is guarded by the menacing stone watchers that surround the solitary house. Together, in their dreams, Marianne and Mark must save themselves . . . The perfect gift for children aged 8+, this well-loved classic will delight a new generation of readers of the Faber Children's Classics list.
Goopy Gyne Bagha Byne and other Stories
Author: Upendrakishore Roychoudhuri
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 8184758855
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 165
Book Description
This book is a selection of the best of stories by Upendrakishore Roychoudhuri, and the most fascinating of his characters: Goopy and Bagha, dedicated but unsuccessful musicians who are cast out of their homes because their music drives their families and neighbours crazy; Tuntuni, the little bird; the clever fox; Majantali Sarkar, the cat; the intrepid Granny Hunchback; and many others. Swagata Deb’s vibrant translation brings Upendrakishore’s unique magic to a wider audience, giving a new lease of life to these evergreen tales.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 8184758855
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 165
Book Description
This book is a selection of the best of stories by Upendrakishore Roychoudhuri, and the most fascinating of his characters: Goopy and Bagha, dedicated but unsuccessful musicians who are cast out of their homes because their music drives their families and neighbours crazy; Tuntuni, the little bird; the clever fox; Majantali Sarkar, the cat; the intrepid Granny Hunchback; and many others. Swagata Deb’s vibrant translation brings Upendrakishore’s unique magic to a wider audience, giving a new lease of life to these evergreen tales.
The Mahabharata
Author: Meera Uberoi
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789352904181
Category : Mahābhārata
Languages : en
Pages : 373
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789352904181
Category : Mahābhārata
Languages : en
Pages : 373
Book Description