Isbn: 9781908797155 - Once Upon a Time in Sindh: The Storybook of Sindh: Thirty Tales from the Land of the Indus (6 results)

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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Discover the timeless folk tales, legends and heroes of Sindh in this black and white, text based, paperback collection based on the hardcover (which has full color illustrations).Across deserts, rivers, lakes and ancient cities, lovers cross impossible distances, saints guide the lost, heroes confront danger-and the smallest animals outwit the strongest.Once Upon a Time in Sindh brings together thirty traditional stories from the land of the Indus. Retold in clear, engaging English, the collection includes celebrated romances, legendary adventures, animal tales and stories of courage, cleverness and wonder drawn from Sindh's rich cultural memory.Meet devoted lovers such as Sassui and Punhun, legendary figures remembered through poetry and song, wise saints, fearless adventurers, cunning jackals and many other unforgettable characters. Some tales belong to folklore, some preserve echoes of history, and many have travelled from one generation to the next through oral storytelling.Beyond their adventures, these stories explore enduring themes: - Courage in the face of danger- Loyalty, friendship and devotion- Kindness and generosity- Cleverness and practical wisdom- Humility and respect- Family, community and belonging- Choices-and the consequences that followHelpful introductions provide cultural and historical context while distinguishing folklore, literary tradition and historical memory. Young readers can enjoy each story independently, while families can use the collection to begin conversations about character, values, heritage and the many ways stories preserve the past.Perfect for: - Independent readers aged 7-14- Parents and caregivers reading aloud to children aged four and above- Families exploring Sindhi and South Asian heritage- Readers interested in folklore, legends and traditional stories- School, classroom and library collections- Birthdays, celebrations and meaningful family giftsThis paperback edition features specially adapted black-and-white illustrations, giving the book the timeless character of a classic story collection.Rooted in Sindh and the Indus Valley, yet filled with emotions and lessons that speak to readers everywhere, Once Upon a Time in Sindh opens a doorway into one of South Asia's great storytelling traditions.Thirty stories. A land of rivers and deserts. A world of courage, wonder, wisdom and love.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Discover the timeless folk tales, legends and heroes of Sindh in this black and white, text based, paperback collection based on the hardcover (which has full color illustrations).Across deserts, rivers, lakes and ancient cities, lovers cross impossible distances, saints guide the lost, heroes confront danger-and the smallest animals outwit the strongest.Once Upon a Time in Sindh brings together thirty traditional stories from the land of the Indus. Retold in clear, engaging English, the collection includes celebrated romances, legendary adventures, animal tales and stories of courage, cleverness and wonder drawn from Sindh's rich cultural memory.Meet devoted lovers such as Sassui and Punhun, legendary figures remembered through poetry and song, wise saints, fearless adventurers, cunning jackals and many other unforgettable characters. Some tales belong to folklore, some preserve echoes of history, and many have travelled from one generation to the next through oral storytelling.Beyond their adventures, these stories explore enduring themes: - Courage in the face of danger- Loyalty, friendship and devotion- Kindness and generosity- Cleverness and practical wisdom- Humility and respect- Family, community and belonging- Choices-and the consequences that followHelpful introductions provide cultural and historical context while distinguishing folklore, literary tradition and historical memory. Young readers can enjoy each story independently, while families can use the collection to begin conversations about character, values, heritage and the many ways stories preserve the past.Perfect for: - Independent readers aged 7-14- Parents and caregivers reading aloud to children aged four and above- Families exploring Sindhi and South Asian heritage- Readers interested in folklore, legends and traditional stories- School, classroom and library collections- Birthdays, celebrations and meaningful family giftsThis paperback edition features specially adapted black-and-white illustrations, giving the book the timeless character of a classic story collection.Rooted in Sindh and the Indus Valley, yet filled with emotions and lessons that speak to readers everywhere, Once Upon a Time in Sindh opens a doorway into one of South Asia's great storytelling traditions.Thirty stories. A land of rivers and deserts. A world of courage, wonder, wisdom and love. Thirty traditional tales from Sindh, retold in clear English for readers aged 714 and families to share aloud. Across deserts, rivers, forts and villages, courageous heroines, clever animals, saints, poets and rulers bring Sindhi folklore, culture and memory vividly to life. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Discover the timeless folk tales, legends and heroes of Sindh in this black and white, text based, paperback collection based on the hardcover (which has full color illustrations).Across deserts, rivers, lakes and ancient cities, lovers cross impossible distances, saints guide the lost, heroes confront danger-and the smallest animals outwit the strongest.Once Upon a Time in Sindh brings together thirty traditional stories from the land of the Indus. Retold in clear, engaging English, the collection includes celebrated romances, legendary adventures, animal tales and stories of courage, cleverness and wonder drawn from Sindh's rich cultural memory.Meet devoted lovers such as Sassui and Punhun, legendary figures remembered through poetry and song, wise saints, fearless adventurers, cunning jackals and many other unforgettable characters. Some tales belong to folklore, some preserve echoes of history, and many have travelled from one generation to the next through oral storytelling.Beyond their adventures, these stories explore enduring themes: - Courage in the face of danger- Loyalty, friendship and devotion- Kindness and generosity- Cleverness and practical wisdom- Humility and respect- Family, community and belonging- Choices-and the consequences that followHelpful introductions provide cultural and historical context while distinguishing folklore, literary tradition and historical memory. Young readers can enjoy each story independently, while families can use the collection to begin conversations about character, values, heritage and the many ways stories preserve the past.Perfect for: - Independent readers aged 7-14- Parents and caregivers reading aloud to children aged four and above- Families exploring Sindhi and South Asian heritage- Readers interested in folklore, legends and traditional stories- School, classroom and library collections- Birthdays, celebrations and meaningful family giftsThis paperback edition features specially adapted black-and-white illustrations, giving the book the timeless character of a classic story collection.Rooted in Sindh and the Indus Valley, yet filled with emotions and lessons that speak to readers everywhere, Once Upon a Time in Sindh opens a doorway into one of South Asia's great storytelling traditions.Thirty stories. A land of rivers and deserts. A world of courage, wonder, wisdom and love. Thirty traditional tales from Sindh, retold in clear English for readers aged 714 and families to share aloud. Across deserts, rivers, forts and villages, courageous heroines, clever animals, saints, poets and rulers bring Sindhi folklore, culture and memory vividly to life. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…