{"product_id":"folktales-from-tamil-nadu","title":"Folktales From Tamil Nadu","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFolktales from Tamil Nadu\u003c\/strong\u003e by Narayan Devanathan brings together traditional stories from Tamil Nadu shaped by humour, magic, wisdom and generations of oral storytelling. The collection draws on tales associated with homes, temples and village communities, presenting stories in which ordinary characters encounter extraordinary situations and cleverness often triumphs over greater power.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom forgetful flies and hungry sparrows to tricksters, kings, gods, giants and a magical peppercorn, these tales use wit, rhythm and surprise to reveal different forms of wisdom. The collection is richly illustrated and presented in four-colour design, offering readers an opportunity to experience the warmth and imaginative quality of Tamil Nadu’s storytelling traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eAbout This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eNarayan Devanathan gathers enduring tales from Tamil Nadu’s rich folk tradition, where stories have been shared through generations by family members and wandering storytellers. The collection reflects a storytelling culture in which humour and imagination can turn small events into memorable adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe stories feature characters who rely on intelligence, persistence and ingenuity. Tiny creatures challenge powerful figures, tricksters transform difficult circumstances, and seemingly simple events take unexpected turns. Alongside their humour and magical elements, the tales preserve the distinctive rhythm and sense of wonder associated with folk storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTraditional folktales rooted in the storytelling traditions of Tamil Nadu\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eForgetful flies searching for their lost names\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClever tricksters turning misfortune into triumph\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTiny creatures outwitting kings, gods and giants\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA sparrow whose endless appetite leads to an unusual tale\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA peppercorn at the centre of a magical adventure\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHumour, rhythm and surprise woven into traditional stories\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStories where imagination transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eReaders interested in Tamil Nadu’s folk traditions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReaders who enjoy folktales and traditional storytelling\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYoung and older readers interested in imaginative stories\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReaders who enjoy stories featuring humour, magic and wisdom\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis collection offers a window into Tamil Nadu’s storytelling heritage through tales filled with humour, imagination, magic and cleverness. With its richly illustrated, four-colour presentation and varied cast of memorable characters, it gives readers an opportunity to experience and rediscover stories passed down through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Narayan Devanathan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54554059014419,"sku":"BY36.794","price":380.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0812\/4494\/6707\/files\/FolktalesfromTamilNadu_1.webp?v=1786447925","url":"https:\/\/booksandyou.in\/products\/folktales-from-tamil-nadu","provider":"Books and You","version":"1.0","type":"link"}