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Sorabji, Cornelia
1866
1954
Goble, Warwick
1862
1943
Indian tales of the great ones among men, women, and bird-people
$aIndia :$bBlackie and Son Limited,$c1916.
The eagle brothers -- The throne of justice -- Samyukta, or the story of the own-choosing -- The man who made himself an archer -- The blue bird and the archer -- Draupadi and the great game -- The self-blinding -- The story of the maiden-knight -- The way of friendship -- Sibi Rana and the grey dove -- The crow and the bell of justice -- Raziya, queen of Delhi -- Baber the tiger -- The king who kept his word -- Naila -- The Lotus-Lady -- The perfect host -- The dove-girl and the prince -- The boy who was always thirteen.
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"Indian Tales of the Great Ones Among Men, Women, and Bird-People" by Cornelia Sorabji is a collection of captivating stories inspired by Indian folklore and mythology, written in the early 20th century. The book shares narratives that explore themes of heroism, justice, love, and sacrifice through the lives of both legendary and ordinary characters, including men, women, and fantastical bird-people, aiming to highlight the richness of Indian culture and moral values. The collection features a variety of enchanting tales that illustrate virtuous lives and poignant lessons, such as the selfless deeds of Raja Sibi, who sacrifices himself for a dove, and the beautiful narrative of Samyukta, who defies her royal father to honor her true love. Sorabji intricately weaves together elements of bravery and wisdom, showcasing figures like the just King Vikramaditya and the courageous Queen Raziya, as well as the trials faced by protagonists who navigate challenges involving love, loyalty, and justice. Each story leaves readers with profound moral reflections, bringing to life the great legacies left by these iconic characters from Indian legend. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/indiantalesofgre00soraiala/page/n7/mode/2up
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Reading ease score: 86.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Category: Short Stories
Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore
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