Tales of the Golden Corpse : Tibetan Folk Tales
Overview
Tales of the Golden Corpse is the first complete English version of the famous Tibetan folktales told to a young boy who has killed seven sorcerers in the defense of his Master. The boy must redeem himself by carrying a talking corpse full of wondrous tales on a long journey, without himself speaking a word. These 25 tales of intrigue and magic provide the reader with a window through which to view ancient Tibetan culture. Within them, you will encounter heroes and villains, fearsome witches, murderous demons, and clever tricksters with a uniquely Tibetan humor. Songs, riddles, jokes, and sayings make the stories come alive as they unfold against the background of everyday Tibet--its farmers and nomads, kings and magical beings.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781566566322
- ISBN-10: 1566566320
- Publisher: Interlink Books
- Publish Date: August 2006
- Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.6 x 0.7 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.7 pounds
- Page Count: 224
- Reading Level: Ages 8-12
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