The Story of Divaali
by Jatinder Verma, Valmiki
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Author: Jatinder Verma, ValmikiIllustrator: Nilesh Mistry
Edition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2002-09-01
ISBN: 1841489360
Number of pages: 40
Publisher: Barefoot Books
Book Reviews of The Story of Divaali
Book Review: Not what I expected, but a decent version of a classic story from the Ramayana.
Summary: 3 Stars
This book is decently written, but isn't what I expected. I purchased it in preparation for a Diwali party with friends (to educate our kids about the holiday) and for a Diwali celebration at my daughter's school.
This book mostly focuses on the tale from the Ramayana about the kidnapping of Sita by the the demon Ravana, and her subsequent rescue by Rama. The celebration that follows is said to be the origin of the holiday of Diwali.
I'm a big fan of the Ramayana, but I would have liked a little more on Diwali to complement the storyline. As it was, there wasn't much about the traditions of celebrating Diwali. For that, I prefer Lighting a Lamp: A Diwali Story (Festival Time), by Zucker. For lots of details about the holiday and some nice photographs, I recommend Holidays Around the World: Celebrate Diwali, by Deborah Heiligman.
Summary of The 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.
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