| Diwali: Festival of Lights Contributor(s): Singh, Rina (Author) |
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ISBN: 1459810074 ISBN-13: 9781459810075 Publisher: Orca Book Publishers OUR PRICE: $22.46 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2016 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Holidays & Celebrations - Other, Religious - Juvenile Nonfiction | People & Places - General - Juvenile Nonfiction | Religion - Hinduism |
| Dewey: 294.536 |
| LCCN: 2016931882 |
| Lexile Measure: 1080 |
| Series: Orca Origins |
| Physical Information: 0.63" H x 8" W x 9.38" (1.20 lbs) 96 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: During Diwali, Hindus, Sikhs and Jains celebrate the legends and stories that describe the triumph of good over evil and justice over oppression. Critically acclaimed author Rina Singh explores her Indian roots as she tells the Diwali stories, which remind us that eventually light will prevail over darkness. Enriched by personal stories and spiced with festive recipes, including two by acclaimed chef, Vikram Vij, Diwali: Festival of Lights brings to life the holiday's traditions, food and rituals and takes you on a journey to see how this festival is celebrated around the world Diwali is the second book in the Orca Origins series, which examines how ancient traditions are kept alive in the modern world. |
Contributor Bio(s): Singh, Rina: - Rina Singh has published several critically acclaimed books for children inspired by her Indo-Canadian heritage. Diwali: A Festival of Lights was nominated for the Red Cedar Award, and A Forest of Stories has been translated into many languages. For more information, visit www.rinasingh.com. |