Mythology and Folklore in South East Asia

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Mythology and Folklore in South East Asia

Author	: Jan Knappert
File Size	: 46,7 Mb
Publisher	: Unknown
Language	: English
Release Date	: 19 May 1999
ISBN	: UOM:39015043718918
Pages	: 342 pages

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Mythology and Folklore in South East Asia by Jan Knappert Book PDF Summary

The first anthology in English of South-East Asian myths, this book is an engaging look at these rich storytelling traditions. It includes new translations of some shorter tales and concise paraphrases of longer epics. There are separate sections devoted to poetry, drama, proverbs, and prose from various regions and cultures. A wide range of readers will find themselves absorbed in the romance, tragedy, drama, and adventure of South-East Asian kings, princes, princesses, heroes and heroines, and ordinary people.

Mythology and Folklore in South East Asia by Jan Knappert

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