Told on the Pagoda: Tales of Burmah

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Mimosa, 1874?-

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Told on the Pagoda: Tales of Burmah" by Mimosa is a collection of folk tales written in the late 19th century. This book showcases a series of enchanting stories woven with traditional Burmese culture and spirituality, drawing upon local customs, beliefs, and the lives of its people. The tales are rich in moral lessons, often revolving around themes of justice, integrity, and the supernatural, embodying the essence of storytelling in Burmese society. The collection features engaging narratives that explore various encounters among humans, spirits, and the king's court. Characters include wise judges, mischievous spirits (nāts), and ordinary villagers facing extraordinary situations. Stories such as "The Woman, The Man and the Nāt" delve into themes of mistaken identity and justice, while others like "The Stolen Treasure" reflect the consequences of greed and deception. The stories are not only entertaining; they also serve to instill ethical values and insights into Burmese life, illustrating how the past shapes cultural identity and human experiences in the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

The woman, the man and the Nāt

A fable

The stolen treasure

The vigil of Mah May

The petition to the King

The priest's petition

The command of the King.

Credits:

Produced by Barbara Tozier, Matthew Wheaton, Bill Tozier and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2011-05-20