Synopsis
Assuming the character of a wise village storyteller, R K Narayan sits in the cool of an imaginary evening to recount the tales of the centuries.Taken from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana and other Indian epics, the gods and demons, saints and sinners assume their symbolic and philosophical roles without ever losing their human characteristics. It is a measure of the author's achievement that he so subtly imbues them with his own distinctive wit and vision.This book is illustrated throughout by Narayan's brother R K Laxman, with woodcuts based on temple carvings.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
From the Back Cover
Following in the footsteps of the storytellers of his native India, R. K. Narayan has produced his own versions of tales of gods, demons, magicians, king, and virtuous wives from the Ramayana and the Mahabarata.
About the Author
R. K. Narayan (1906–2001) was one of the most prominent Indian novelists of the twentieth century. Most of his stories are set in the fictional South Indian town of Malgudi, a place that Narayan populated with numerous characters. He was the recipient of many awards for his work including the National Prize of the Indian Literary Academy, India's highest literary honor. In 1980 he was awarded the AC Benson Medal by the Royal Society of Literature, of which he was an honorary member and in 1982 he was elected an honorary member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Gods, Demons and Others
Stock Image
Gods Demons and Others
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR003172815
Buy Used
US$ 3.84
US$ 7.47 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Gods, Demons and Others
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 13769717-6
Buy Used
US$ 6.23
US$ 6.67 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Gods, Demons and Others
Published by
Vintage, London, 2001
ISBN 10: 0099282534
ISBN 13: 9780099282532
Used
Paperback
First Edition
Seller: Books & Bygones, Reading, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. 240 pages. These writings span the greatest period of change in modern Indian history. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. Seller Inventory # 25162
Buy Used
US$ 16.49
US$ 30.61 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Gods Demons and Others
Seller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 240 pages. 7.76x4.96x0.87 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # zk0099282534
Buy New
US$ 35.01
US$ 13.34 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
Narayan, R: Gods Demons And Others
Print on DemandSeller: moluna, Greven, Germany
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. Assuming the character of a wise village storyteller, R K Narayan sits in the cool of an imaginary evening to recount the tales of the centuries.Taken from the Mahabharata, the Ramayana and other Indian epics, the gods and demons, saints and sinners assume . Seller Inventory # 594349657
Buy New
US$ 25.95
US$ 55.96 shipping
Ships from Germany to U.S.A.
Ships from Germany to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller Image
Gods Demons And Others
Print on DemandSeller: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Germany
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Assuming the character of a wise village storyteller R K Narayan sits in the cool of an imaginary evening to recount the tales of the centuries.Taken from the Mahabharata the Ramayana and other Indian epics the gods and demons saints and sinners assume their symbolic and philosophical roles without ever losing their human characteristics. It is a measure of the author's achievement that he so subtly imbues them with his own distinctive wit and vision.This book is illustrated throughout by Narayan's brother R K Laxman with woodcuts based on temple carvings. Seller Inventory # 9780099282532
Buy New
US$ 37.50
US$ 70.31 shipping
Ships from Germany to U.S.A.
Ships from Germany to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available