Tales of Kalila and Dimna: Classic Fables from India - Couverture souple

Wood, Ramsay

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0892818166 ISBN 13 : 9780892818167

Editeur : Inner Traditions, 2000

Synopsis

Book by Ramsay Wood

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur :

The tales of "Kalila and Dimna", also known as "The Panchatantra", "Kalila wa Dimna" and "The Fables of Bidpai" originated in India almost two thousand years ago. These charming and humorous stories about animals have since found their way, in one form or another, into the folklore of every major culture and tradition. What links the fables is the core message about managing power, wise leadership and the value of true friendship. In his retelling of this world classic, Ramsay Wood deftly knits several oral storytelling traditions into a contemporary and captivating style. This version from all major ancient texts is the first new compendium in English since 1570. Young and old alike will treasure these beautifully illustrated tales.

Revue de presse :

'Kalila and Dimna is the greatest present of the Islamic heritage ... Wood's superb stories should be set alongside Italo Calvino's retelling of the folktales of Italy. No higher praise is necessary.' --Carlos Fuentes

'Ramsay Wood follows his originals closely, and slips with skill in and out of stories as closely interfolded as the petals of a rose.' --Ursula le Guin

'Racy, funny, vigorous, contemporary - I defy anyone not to finish it in one sitting.' --Doris Lessing

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Inner Traditions
• Date d'édition: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0892818166
• ISBN 13: 9780892818167
• Reliure: Broché
• Illustrateur: Kilrenny Margaret