Vikram And The Vampire: Classic Hindu Tales Of Adventure, Magic, And Romance (eBook)

Richard F. Burton (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
Double 9 Books (Verlag)
978-93-5939-016-1 (ISBN)

Infos

Vikram and the Vampire: Classic Hindu Tales of Adventure, Magic, and Romance' is a captivating collection of stories compiled and translated by Richard F. Burton. Drawing from ancient Hindu folklore and mythology, the book presents a series of interconnected tales filled with adventure, supernatural beings, and tales of love. The central narrative revolves around King Vikramaditya, a wise and courageous ruler known for his intelligence and valor. He accepts a challenge from a mysterious vampire, who promises to share his profound knowledge with the king if Vikram can carry him on his back without uttering a word. Through these stories, readers are transported to a world of mythical creatures, magical artifacts, and extraordinary quests. The tales explore themes of bravery, loyalty, honor, and the triumph of good over evil. They also offer valuable lessons on morality and the consequences of one's actions. The author's translation captures the essence and richness of the original tales, imbuing them with his own flair and storytelling prowess.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 1.7.2023
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Historische Romane
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Märchen / Sagen
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Philosophie ► Östliche Philosophie
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Ethnologie
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Soziologie
• ISBN-10: 93-5939-016-X / 935939016X
• ISBN-13: 978-93-5939-016-1 / 9789359390161