| Understanding Indian Myths Contributor(s): Hynson, Colin (Author) |
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ISBN: 0778745295 ISBN-13: 9780778745297 Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company OUR PRICE: $10.76 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: December 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science - Folklore & Mythology - Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science - Customs, Traditions, Anthropology - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - Ancient |
| Dewey: 294.513 |
| LCCN: 2012041359 |
| Lexile Measure: 990 |
| Series: Myths Understood |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 7.8" W x 9.8" (0.35 lbs) 48 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Indian |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 156802 Reading Level: 7.0 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 2.0 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This book examines the mythology and folklore of India, and discusses its importance in Hinduism. The greatest myths of India, drawn from the sacred texts and traditions of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, are presented. The text shows readers how these ancient tales helped Indians explain creation, birth, death, love, and the purpose of humans' earthly life. |