Tales from the Kathasaritsagara (Penguin Classics)
Tales from the Kathasaritsagara by Somadeva, published by Penguin Classics on June 1, 1997, is a translation of a significant work thought to have been compiled around A.D. 1070 for the queen of Kashmir. This edition features ten of the original eighteen books and presents a collection that celebrates earthly life without the hidden moral lessons typical of many classic tales.
Readers will find an uninhibited exploration of stories that reflect the richness of human experience. The Kathasaritsagara, literally translated as “ocean of the sea of stories,” offers a diverse array of narratives that engage with themes of life and desire. This 320-page edition invites readers to immerse themselves in a vibrant tapestry of tales that highlight the joys and complexities of existence.
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Literally translated as “ocean of the sea of stories, ” the KATHASARITSAGARA is thought to have been compiled around A.D. 1070 for the queen of Kashmir. Unlike those more familiar classics, this work contains no hidden moral lessons. Instead, it is an uninhibited and bawdy celebration of earthly life. This edition includes ten of the original eighteen books.
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