Download or read book Puffin Classic: Tales from the Kathasaritsagara written by A. Somadeva and published by Puffin. This book was released on 2019-12-25 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you know the story of Phalabhuti, who narrowly escaped a grisly fate? Or of the kind-hearted Jimutavahana, who was willing to give his life to save a snake from death? Or of young Shringabhuja, who married a rakshasa's daughter? These are just some of the many tales that make up Somadeva's Kathasaritsagara, a classic work of Sanskrit literature that is full of memorable characters. Within the pages of this book, you will encounter demons and demi-gods, faithful guards and foolish villagers, golden swans, magic pots and even automatons made of wood! Adapted and wonderfully retold by Rohini Chowdhury, this is a timeless classic that will entertain and enchant readers everywhere.