What happens when a crocodile marries a village girl? How does a white elephant rescue a hunter? What is the outcome of a contest between a mosquito and a lion? Who is the oldest among the three—the quail, the elephant or the monkey? Who is the rabbit in the moon? Here are twelve endearing tales of adventure and friendship between animals and humans. Quirky, comical and wise, these stories have enthralled adults and children alike throughout India and have been ...
This delightfully color illustrated book contains twelve endearing tales of adventure and friendship between animals and humans. Quirky, comical and wise, these stories have enthralled adults and children alike throughout India..Collected from storytellers all over South India, as well as the Panchatantra and the Jataka Tales, this book will not only amuse and entertain children but also fire their imagination..Here are twelve endearing tales of adventure and ...