Tales of the Golden Corpse

Tibetan Folk Tales

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Book Size: 5.5" x 8.25"

Pages: 224 Format: Paperback

ISBN: 9781566566322

Series: International Folk Tale Series

Imprint: Interlink Books

Edition: 1

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About this book

Tales of the Golden Corpse is the first complete English version of the famous Tibetan folktales told to a young boy who has killed seven sorcerers in the defense of his Master. The boy must redeem himself by carrying a talking corpse full of wondrous tales on a long journey, without himself speaking a word. These 25 tales of intrigue and magic provide the reader with a window through which to view ancient Tibetan culture. Within them, you will encounter heroes and villains, fearsome witches, murderous demons, and clever tricksters with a uniquely Tibetan humor. Songs, riddles, jokes, and sayings make the stories come alive as they unfold against the background of everyday Tibet- its farmers and nomads, kings and magical beings.

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