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Tales from the Hills: Lahaul's Enduring Myths and Legends

✍ Scribed by MANOHAR SINGH GILL


Book ID
111135527
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers India
Year
2014
Tongue
en-GB
Weight
3 MB
Category
Fiction
ISBN-13
9789351363767

No coin nor oath required. For personal study only.

✦ Synopsis


The district of Lahaul-Spiti, west of Tibet and south of Ladakh, presents the most spectacular view to the human eye. Dotted with high snow peaks, glaciers, rivers and vistas of inner Himalayan desert landscapes, it is believed that this regions monasteries, friendly lamas and pristine beauty also hide ancient legends. The Mulkila Rakshasini, Barsi Nullah Bhoot, Chandrataal Fairy, a host of joginis and other mythical creatures have walked across its valleys. Manohar Singh Gills lifelong affair with this Himalayan wonderland has led him to collect its most enduring myths and folklore. Narrated in the gently prodding voice of a seasoned traveller, Tales from the Hills tells thirty-two stories that bring alive an enchanting world. An important repository of the culture and history of one of the worlds most beautiful spots.


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