On these pages we meet adventurous princes, romantic princesses, wily peasants, tricky animals--and an abundance of monsters, djinns, gods, goddesses, and powerful magicians. In colorful, exotic settings reminiscent of The Arabian Nights, brave heroes and virtuous heroines triumph over the forces of evil, often with fantastical or comic results. These folktales, collected orally in the desert state of Rajasthan in 1986-87, are eloquent reflections of the great cultural traditions of India, and are stories that bring enchantment to audiences everywhere.

The first single volume collection of classic Hindi folktales by translators William Crooke and Pandit Ram Gharib Chaube. In 1891, at a time when the study of India was primarily based on ancient texts, coins, and material remains, William Crooke dared to focus on living India—its everyday culture, age-old customs, and fictional narratives. With Pandit Ram Gharib Chaube, he recorded and published, over a period of six years, a remarkable collection of folktales from northern India. The tales reflect the tapestry of social and personal lives of this region, the epicenter of a revolt against British rule in 1857. Although many of the tales were published in British ethnographic journals, a number of the manuscripts, in Chaube's handwriting, were unpublished; others existed only as old microfilm in a New Delhi library. Never before have they appeared as a single volume or been available in any one library or archive.

The book is a traditional form of narrative, orally transmitted and one of the most significant genre of folk-lore.

This book of oral tales from the south Indian region of Kannada represents the culmination of a lifetime of research by A. K. Ramanujan, one of the most revered scholars and writers of his time. The result of over three decades' labor, this long-awaited collection makes available for the first time a wealth of folktales from a region that has not yet been adequately represented in world literature. Ramanujan's skill as a translator, his graceful writing style, and his profound love and understanding of the subject enrich the tales that he collected, translated, and interpreted. With a written literature recorded from about 800 A.D., Kannada is rich in mythology, devotional and secular poetry, and more recently novels and plays. Ramanujan, born in Mysore in 1929, had an intimate knowledge of the language. In the 1950s, when working as a college lecturer, he began collecting these tales from everyone he could--servants, aunts, schoolteachers, children, carpenters, tailors. In 1970 he began translating and interpreting the tales, a project that absorbed him for the next three decades. When Ramanujan died in 1993, the translations were complete and he had written notes for about half of the tales. With its unsentimental sympathies, its laughter, and its delightfully vivid sense of detail, the collection stands as a significant and moving monument to Ramanujan's memory as a scholar and writer.

Dive into the enchanting world of "The Folk-Tales of the Magyars" by Various. This captivating collection unveils the rich tapestry of Hungarian folklore, where magic, adventure, and timeless wisdom intertwine to create stories that have been cherished for generations. As you journey through these tales, you’ll encounter vibrant characters, from clever tricksters to heroic figures, each one revealing the heart and soul of Magyar culture. These folk-tales are not just stories; they are windows into a world steeped in tradition and imagination.But here’s a question to ponder: What lessons can ancient tales teach us about our modern lives? Are the challenges and triumphs of these characters a reflection of our own journeys? With each narrative, you'll uncover the values, beliefs, and humor that define the Hungarian spirit. These stories resonate with themes of love, courage, and the eternal struggle between good and evil, reminding us of the universal truths that connect us all. Are you ready to explore the folklore that has shaped a nation?Experience the magic of storytelling as you delve into the enchanting realms of the Magyar people. "The Folk-Tales of the Magyars" promises to transport you to a world where imagination knows no bounds. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Will you take the leap into the heart of Hungarian folklore?Grab your copy of "The Folk-Tales of the Magyars" today and embark on a literary adventure filled with wonder and discovery!