Fun In Devlok: Shiva Plays Dumb Charades

Fun In Devlok: Shiva Plays Dumb Charades by Devdutt Pattanaik is a delightful book published by Penguin Books India in July 2011. This 48-page edition is written in English and features an engaging narrative that revolves around five children who invite Shiva to join their game of dumb charades. As Shiva participates, he showcases his unique ability to communicate through actions and riddles, enriching the children’s understanding of himself and other deities.
Readers will discover how Shiva uses various objects, such as a rattle drum and a crescent moon, to tell captivating stories. The book explores themes of playfulness and learning, as the children gain insights about Shiva and other gods that surpass what they know from their parents. Through this interactive experience, the narrative invites readers to ponder questions about communication and mythology, making it an engaging read for those interested in exploring these subjects.
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Five children are having fun one evening, playing dumb charades, when Shiva appears and wants to join in! Shiva turns out to be the best at dumb charades, as well as in asking riddles. He can say so much with only his actions! He also tells the children wonderful stories with the help of the many objects he carries with him, like the rattle drum, the crescent moon and a fountain of water that rises from his head. Soon, thanks to Shiva’s playfulness, the children know much more about Shiva and the other gods—even more than their parents!
How does Shiva talk to us without speaking? Who is the demon of forgetfulness? What is the secret of the Natraj statute?
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