Author: Sudhamahi Regunathan
Subir Roy/
Illustrator: Subir Roy
Publisher: Children Book Trust
Year: 2005
Language: English
Pages: 120
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8170119677
Description
Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura, The Seven Sisters, as they are called, constitute the North-East, the chief tribal region of India. From flora and fauna to food, dance, language and festivals-each of these states boasts of its distinct tradition and folklore. Yet, there is an underlying cultural closeness which binds them.
This bunch of stories gives a glimpse of some of the beliefs and legends of the land which are prevalent even today.
Contents
The Ginger Teardrop
The Toad Skin and Eclipse
Eclipse in the Bamboo Stem
Day and Night
Khaishokrai
The Fish-Bearing Tree
The Mithun’s Victory
Brain or Brawn?
Tears of the Sun
The Story of Kabul Keioiba
Deer or Dear?
Chura, The Unique Man
The Adventures of Chandrakangan
Gems for Stage Lights
The Nosy Parker
The Wise Judge
Lightning Love
Jayamala
The Serpent’s Treasure
Sparrow’s Wisdom
The Dance of Death
The Demon with no face or form