Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley door pickup 10am - 7pm 3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611

  • Open Daily: 10am - 10pm
    Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm

    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm
3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611
The Ocean Of Story, Being C.H. Tawney'S Translation Of Somadeva'S Katha Sarit Sagara (Or Ocean Of Streams Of Story) (Volume Vii)

The Ocean Of Story, Being C.H. Tawney'S Translation Of Somadeva'S Katha Sarit Sagara (Or Ocean Of Streams Of Story) (Volume Vii)

Henry Tawney, Charles
N M Penzer

Paperback

Mythology & FolkloreGeneral World History

ISBN10: 9354171087
ISBN13: 9789354171086
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Sep 29 2020
Pages: 344
Weight: 1.76
Height: 0.72 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Step into a world where ancient India's imagination flows as endlessly as its rivers. The Ocean Of Story, Volume VII, is a mesmerising gateway to the Katha Sarit Sagara - a classic Indian literature masterpiece, translated with care and insight by C.H. Tawney and enriched by N. M. Penzer's scholarship. Here, fables and legends, wisdom and wit, intertwine across centuries, capturing the heart of an ancient storytelling anthology that has inspired readers and thinkers from East to West. Within these pages, discover a treasure trove of folklore and mythology, tales of wisdom and adventure, and glimpses of life in medieval India. Each narrative is steeped in cultural nuance, offering both literary scholars and enthusiasts a rare chance to explore the roots of Indian epics and the enduring appeal of historical literature collections. The Ocean Of Story stands as a vital source for comparative literature studies, its stories echoing through the ages with universal themes of love, fate, and human ingenuity. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. Perfect for those passionate about ancient India stories, medieval Indian texts, or the broader Indian epics collection, this book is more than a window into the past: it is a living testament to the power of storytelling.

1 different editions

Also available

Also from

N M Penzer

View All

Also in

Mythology & Folklore

View All