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The Nile on eBay   FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE   Lao Folktales by Steven Jay Epstein Presents a selection of Lao folktales that have entertained the Lao people for generations. This book features the legendary trickster Xieng Mieng, a quick-witted toad that terrifies tigers, a turtle that flies, a cadre of snails that race a rabbit, and a mynah bird that speaks five languages. It reflects a Buddhist culture in a Marxist state. FORMATPaperback LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description Here in one slim volume is a selection of the best-known and best-loved Lao folktales that have entertained the Lao people for generations. We meet the legendary trickster Xieng Mieng who matches his wits with merchants, monks, and kings. We find a quick-witted toad that terrifies tigers, a turtle that flies, a cadre of snails that race a rabbit, and a mynah bird that speaks five languages fluently.The reader may recognize a whisper of Aesop or a Jataka tale, but each story is distinctively Lao, retold with Lao humor and charm reflecting a Buddhist culture in a Marxist state. Works by Anoulom Souvandouane, the foremost illustrator in Laos, enliven the stories. Notes This selection includes the best-known and best-loved Lao folktales that have entertained the Lao people for generations, with illustrations by the foremost illustrator in Laos. Author Biography Steven Epstein lived in Laos from 1990 to 1997. He worked for the Swedish government setting up English training programs in different ministries. Table of Contents IntroductionXieng Mieng Follows the King ExactlyThe Tragic Tale of the Flying TurtleIt Tastes SweetThe Bottle of HoneyMonkey Hearts for LunchHow Xieng Mieng Got His NameThe Tug of WarWhat's in the Bamboo Tube?The Magic Cloth ContestThe Bird that Spoke Five Languages FluentlyThe Lion's LunchXieng Mieng's RevengeSpeed vs. CunningThe King Tries to Trick Xieng MiengThree Friendly FliesA Cure for the KingThe Painting ContestThe King of the JungleThe Intrepid ToadThe King Loses His AppetiteThe King's CatThe Tiger RetiresThe Last Trick Promotional This selection includes the best-known and best-loved Lao folktales that have entertained the Lao people for generations, with illustrations by the foremost illustrator in Laos. Details ISBN9749575873 Author Steven Jay Epstein Short Title LAO FOLKTALES Language English ISBN-10 9749575873 ISBN-13 9789749575871 Media Book Format Paperback Imprint Silkworm Books Place of Publication Chiang Mai Country of Publication Thailand DEWEY 398.2 Residence US DOI 10.1604/9789749575871 UK Release Date 2006-01-19 Pages 124 Publisher Silkworm Books / Trasvin Publications LP Year 2006 Publication Date 2006-01-19 Illustrations 21 illus. Audience Professional & Vocational We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICYNo questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERYNo matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENTPeace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:142506606; , Neu, Festpreisangebot, [LT: FixedPrice], ISBN-13: 9789749575871, Book Title: Lao Folktales, EAN: 9789749575871, Subject Area: Regional History, Publication Name: Lao Folktales, Subject: Mythology, Publication Year: 2006, Type: Study Guide, Format: Paperback, Language: English, Item Height: 191mm, Item Width: 127mm, Item Weight: 136g, Number of Pages: 124 Pages, Silkworm Books / Trasvin Publications LP<

2006, ISBN: 9749575873

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2006, ISBN: 9789749575871

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2006, ISBN: 9789749575871

Trade paperback, New., Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 124 p., Seattle, [PU: Silkworm Books]