Jataka Tales Out Of Old India

By Marguerite Aspinwall

Book Overview

Jataka Tales Out Of Old India is a book written by Marguerite Aspinwall that contains a collection of ancient Indian folk tales called Jataka tales. These tales are believed to have originated around 500 BCE and were passed down orally for centuries before being written down. The book features 34 stories that teach moral lessons and are often told through the adventures of animals, such as the clever monkey, the wise elephant, and the brave lion. The tales are set in various locations across India and offer insights into the culture, beliefs, and values of ancient India. The book is suitable for readers of all ages and is a great introduction to Indian folklore and mythology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432593471
• ISBN13: 9781432593476
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"