Puffin Classic: Tales from the Kathasari

Do you know the story of Phalabhuti who narrowly escaped a grisly fate?Or of the kind-hearted Jimutavahana who was willing to give his life to save a snake from death?Or of young Shringabhuja who married a rakshasa's daughter?These are just some of the many tales that make up Somadeva's Kathasaritsagara a classic work of Sanskrit literature that is full of memorable characters. Within the pages of this book you will encounter demons and demi-gods faithful guards and foolish villagers golden swans magic pots and even automatons made of wood! Adapted and wonderfully retold by Rohini Chowdhury this is a timeless classic that will entertain and enchant readers everywhere.