Story of Divaali
by Verma Jatinder
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Author: Verma JatinderIllustrator: Nilesh Mistry
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-09-01
ISBN: 1846861314
Number of pages: 40
Publisher: Barefoot Books
Book Reviews of Story of Divaali
Book Review: Doesn't quite follow the story as originaly written
Summary: 2 Stars
I purchased this for my daughter. She is only 3 and has heard different versions. I have grown up listening to this story, reading, watching the TV program, attending various plays and I am in the process of reading a version by Manon. Unfortunately, I can no longer read the original in Sanskrit. Ram was born, he was mortal and didn't leap out the sacrificial fire. This is a very important part of the story without which the rest of the story doesn't work. I must say that the illustrations are beautiful but I was turned off by the fact the story doesn't quite follow the original. I have not gone much further than Ram appearing from the sacrificial fire. Having read various versions of Ramayan, which Diwali is part off, this version lacks much of the details that are essential to the story. A much more suitable versions for younger audiances are available.
I will this book mostly to show the illustrations to my daughter.
I have found "Rama and the Demon King: An Ancient Tale from India" is more suitable for younger audiences.
I have found "The Ramayana: A Modern Retelling of the Great Indian Epic" has been very satisfying to read for myself.
Summary of Story of Divaali
The Story of Divaali is a wonderful rendition of the "Ramayana," an age-old Hindu epic filled with magic, miracles and adventure. The compelling story tells of a young prince Rama who overcomes Ravana the Demon King. Out of his triumph, Divaali, the Indian festival of lights, is born. The powerful narrative is perfectly complemented by the jewel-like illustrations of Nilesh Mistry. Drawing on the versions told to him in childhood by his parents, Jatinder Verma brings the essence of this great Indian epic to life for a new generation.Eastern Books
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