ISBN: 9780226568256 - gods, demons, and others (13 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Following in the footsteps of the storytellers of his native India, R. K. Narayan has produced his own versions of tales taken from the Ramayana and the Mahabarata. Carefully selecting those stories which include the strongest characters, and omitting the theological or social commentary that would have drawn out the telling, Narayan informs these fascinating myths with his urbane humor and graceful style. "Mr. Narayan gives vitality and an original viewpoint to the most ancient of legends, lacing them with his own blend of satire, pertinent explanation and thoughtful commentary."--Santha Rama Rau, New York Times "Narayan's narrative style is swift, firm, graceful, and lucid . . . thoroughly knowledgeable, skillful, entertaining. One could hardly hope for more."--Rosanne Klass, Times Literary Supplement. Laxman, R. K. (illustrator).…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Laxman, R. K. (illustrator).

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Laxman, R. K. (illustrator).

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Laxman, R. K. (illustrator).

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Laxman, R. K. (illustrator).

Zustand: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Laxman, R. K. (illustrator).

Zustand: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Laxman, R. K. (illustrator).

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. reprint edition. 252 pages. 8.50x5.50x0.75 inches. In Stock. Laxman, R. K. (illustrator).

2. Edition, 22 cm, 241 pages, with decorations by R. K. Laxman, Paperback. Kanten berieben, Leseknick im Rücken, Namenseintrag auf Titelblatt, gute Erhaltung. Sprache: Englisch. Laxman, R. K. (illustrator).

paperback. Zustand: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title. Laxman, R. K. (illustrator).

Zustand: New. Laxman, R. K. (illustrator).

Zustand: New. KlappentextFollowing in the footsteps of the storytellers of his native India, R. K. Narayan has produced his own versions of tales taken from the Ramayana and the Mahabarata. Carefully selecting those stories which include the strongest. Laxman, R. K. (illustrator).

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Following in the footsteps of the storytellers of his native India, R. K. Narayan has produced his own versions of tales taken from the Ramayana and the Mahabarata. Carefully selecting those stories which include the strongest characters, and omitting the theological or social commentary that would have drawn out the telling, Narayan informs these fascinating myths with his urbane humor and graceful style. 'Mr. Narayan gives vitality and an original viewpoint to the most ancient of legends, lacing them with his own blend of satire, pertinent explanation and thoughtful commentary.'--Santha Rama Rau, 'New York Times' 'Narayan's narrative style is swift, firm, graceful, and lucid . . . thoroughly knowledgeable, skillful, entertaining. One could hardly hope for more.'--Rosanne Klass, 'Times Literary Supplement'. Laxman, R. K. (illustrator).…