Lore & Legends of Kerala

Lore & Legends of Kerala
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ISBN-10 : 0195698894
ISBN-13 : 9780195698893
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Synopsis Lore & Legends of Kerala by : Koṭṭārattil Śaṅkuṇṇi

Kerala, on the south-western coast of India, was described as late as 1838, as 'God's Garden' by German missionary and scholar, Hermann Gundert. Even as this land continues to sustain its reputation, little is known about its social and cultural ethos. Lore and Legends of Kerala is adistillation of 48 of the most sparkling of the 800 or so stories that form Aithihyamala, the definitive collection of the myths and social history of Kerala.Aithihyamala, which was first published in 1909, is a compilation of narratives that were recorded by Kottarathil Sankunni and published by the Malayala Manorama newspaper and its literary journal Bhashaposhini. Peopled by sorcerers, spirits, dynamic women, and snakes and elephants, the stories ofthis grand collection explore universal human values like faith, commitment to spirituality, respect for elders, reverence for parents and mentors, love for the young, and compassion for dependants. Significantly, the stories range across all the religious groups of Kerala.A representative selection of the themes and stories of this classic work, this book includes illustrations by leading Malayalee artists C.N. Karunakaran and Namboodiri. This book has been designed to appeal to young readers who will find the stories interesting and the illustrations delightful, asalso for enthusiasts of Indian literature and culture and general readers.

The Evergreen Legends of Kerala

The Evergreen Legends of Kerala
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Publisher : Penguin Random House India Private Limited
Total Pages : 421
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ISBN-10 : 9789367907351
ISBN-13 : 9367907354
Rating : 4/5 (51 Downloads)

Synopsis The Evergreen Legends of Kerala by : Sreekumari Ramachandran

Discover the heart of Kerala through stories that pulse with life and history. This book invites you to explore the world of sorcerers, warriors, and poets, where myth and reality intertwine. From the ancient gateway of Malabar to the vibrant communities that shaped its culture, these tales reveal the depth of Kerala’s heritage. Meet the figures behind the legends, delve into the histories that defined a region, and experience a society rich in tradition and intrigue. With a blend of deep insight and accessible writing, this collection offers a fresh look at Kerala’s fascinating past.

Lore & Legends

Lore & Legends
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Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Total Pages : 564
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ISBN-10 : 1546529934
ISBN-13 : 9781546529934
Rating : 4/5 (34 Downloads)

Synopsis Lore & Legends by : Vanidas Elayavoor

India has been a treasure trove of folklore and fables for millennia, history and legend being so entangled that even academics and historians find it difficult to sort fact from fantasy. Well known scholar and orator Sri Vanidas Elayavoor's monumental task of collecting and collating the legends of north Malabar, handed down orally over the centuries, has ensured that this 'archaeology of knowledge' from the past is preserved for ever. Now, for the first time, a selection of stories featuring the Gods, Goddesses and divinities, scholars, warriors and ruling houses, of this fabled land, is available in English.

Folklore of Kerala

Folklore of Kerala
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Total Pages : 184
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015029107300
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Synopsis Folklore of Kerala by : Kāvālaṃ Nārāyaṇappaṇikkar

Tales Once Told

Tales Once Told
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Publisher : Penguin Books India
Total Pages : 210
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ISBN-10 : 014309968X
ISBN-13 : 9780143099680
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Synopsis Tales Once Told by : Abraham Eraly

A Selection Of Stories Adapted From The Ithihyamala, A Marvellous Treasury Of Legends Of Kerala These Vibrant Fables Evoke A Long-Lost, Never-Never Land: An Enchanted World Of Sorcerers, Exorcists And Yakshis; Eccentric Rajas And Haughty Poets; Martial-Arts Prodigies And Peerless Physicians; Wily Wits And Devious Gadflies; Clever Elephants, Sly Crooks, Gallant Brigands And A Motley Bunch Of Uncommon Common People. Retold By Best-Selling Author Abraham Eraly And Superbly Illustrated By Jayachandran, Tales Once Told Is An Engaging Blend Of Earthy Wisdom And Sparkling Humour.

Lore & Legends of North Malabar

Lore & Legends of North Malabar
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Total Pages : 563
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ISBN-10 : 8126474033
ISBN-13 : 9788126474035
Rating : 4/5 (33 Downloads)

Synopsis Lore & Legends of North Malabar by : Vāṇidās Eḷayāvūrȧ

Aithihyamala

Aithihyamala
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Publisher : Mathrubhumi Books
Total Pages : 940
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Synopsis Aithihyamala by : Kottarathil Sankunni

Kottarathil Sankunni’s Aithihyamaala in its richness, lucidity and variety is the Malayalam equivalent to Kathasaritsagara, Arabian Nights and Popol Vuh. This compilation of folklore, a perfect counterpoint to Kerala’s history, transports the reader into a fascinating world of kings and chieftains, elephants and mahouts, temples and deities, priests and wizards, nymphs and sirens. Penned by Kottarathil Sankunni in his inspiring and delightful language, this cherished collection combining a heightened sense of the real and the unreal is considered a classic.

Aithihyamaala

Aithihyamaala
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Publisher : Hachette UK
Total Pages : 341
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ISBN-10 : 9789350097632
ISBN-13 : 935009763X
Rating : 4/5 (32 Downloads)

Synopsis Aithihyamaala by : Kottarathil Sankunni

This special e-edition combines all three print volumes of the collected enduring legends of Kerala in the Aithihyamaala, the garland of legends. Yakshis, gandharvas, gods and demi-gods. Famous poets and learned Ayurvedic doctors. Magicians, conceited kings and Kalari gurus. Faithful, intelligent elephants and their fatherly mahouts. A vibrant and diverse cast of characters brings to life the ancient stories. The original collection of 126 tales, were documented over 25 years and written in the 1900s by Kottaaraththil Sankunni. These stories of well-known figures in Kerala folklore were first published in Bhashaposhini, the renowned Malayalam literary magazine. This edition of 50 stories, meticulously curated and translated by Leela James, transports you to the magical world of history, myth and fantasy of more than 100 years ago. Wisdom and vice, revenge and loyalty, imagination and fact, faith and superstition are intricately intertwined to create a collector’s edition for lovers of legends, Malayalam folklore and Indian literature.

Legend and Lore

Legend and Lore
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Total Pages : 135
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ISBN-10 : 9388243625
ISBN-13 : 9789388243629
Rating : 4/5 (25 Downloads)

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