Sagas from the Far East; or, Kalmouk and Mongolian Traditionary Tales
Enchanting Far East Folklore: Tales from Kalmouk and Mongolian TraditionBy Various
Length12h 39m
About this audiobook
In "Sagas from the Far East; or, Kalmouk and Mongolian Traditionary Tales," the reader is invited to delve into a rich tapestry of narratives that capture the profound cultural and spiritual essence of Kalmouk and Mongolian traditions. This anthology features a collection of tales characterized by their oral storytelling style, vibrant imagery, and deep moral undertones, reflecting the unique philosophies and customs of the Central Asian nomadic tribes. The tales not only entertain but also serve as a means of preserving the history and values of a society deeply intertwined with the rhythms of nature and the complexities of human experience. The diverse authorship behind this compilation provides a multifaceted perspective on the folklore of the region, demonstrating a commitment to honoring and presenting these narratives amidst the broader literary context of 19th-century anthropological interests. With backgrounds ranging from historians to ethnographers, these writers were driven by a profound respect for the cultures they studied, seeking to document and celebrate the rich oral traditions that have largely remained unheard in the Western world. For readers interested in folklore, anthropology, or cultural studies, this collection serves as an invaluable resource that champions the importance of storytelling in human society. Engaging and insightful, these tales offer an escape into a world shaped by ancient wisdom, providing not only knowledge but also a deeper appreciation for the shared narratives that connect us all.
Audiobook details
GenreFairy Tales and Folklore, General Fiction
Length12 hrs 39 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 9, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Saga of the Well-and-wise-walking Khan.
60Tale XVI.
2Dedication.
61Tale XVII.
3Tale I.
621.
4The Woman Who Sought Her Husband in the Palace of Erlik Khan.
632.
5Tale II.
643.
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6Tale III.
654.
7Tale IV.
665.
8Tale V.
676.
9Tale VI.
687.
10Tale VII.
691.
11Tale VIII.
702.
12Tale IX.
713.
13Tale X.
724.
14Tale XI.
735.
15Tale XII.
746.
16Tale XIII.
757.
17Tale XIV.
76Tale XVIII.
18Tale XV.
77Tale XIX.
19Tale XVI.
78Tale XX.
20Tale XVII.
79Tale XXI.
21Tale XVIII.
80Tale XXII.
22Tale XIX.
81Tale XXIII.
23Tale XX.
82Historical Notice of Vikramâditja.
24Tale XXI.
83The Boy-King.
25Tale XXII.
84The False Friend.
26Tale XXIII.
85The Pretended Son.
27Conclusion of the Adventures of the Well-and-wise-walking Khan.
86Ardschi-Bordschi discovers Vikramâditja’s Throne.
28The Saga of Ardschi-Bordschi and Vikramâditja’s Throne.: Historical Notice of Vikramâditja.
87Vikramâditja’s Birth.
29The Saga of Ardschi-Bordschi and Vikramâditja’s Throne.
88Vikramâditja’s Youth.
30The Boy-King.
89Vikramâditja acquires another Kingdom.
31The False Friend1
90Vikramâditja makes the Silent speak.
32The Pretended Son.
91The Wise Parrot.
33Ardschi-Bordschi discovers Vikramâditja’s Throne.
92Glossary-Index.
34The Sûta tells Ardschi-Bordschi concerning Vikramâditja’s Birth.
93A.
35The Sûta tells Ardschi-Bordschi concerning Vikramâditja’s Youth.
94B.
36The Sûta tells Ardschi-Bordschi concerning Vikramâditja’s Deeds.
95C.
37Vikramâditja acquires another Kingdom.
96D.
38Vikramâditja makes the Silent speak.
97E.
39Who invented Woman?7
98F.
40The Voice-charmer9.
99G.
41The Sûta tells Ardschi-Bordschi concerning the Seventy-one Parrots and their Adviser.: How Naran Gerel swore falsely and yet told the Truth.
100H.
42Notes.
101I.
43Preface.
102J.
44Dedication.
103K.
45Tale I.
104L.
46Tale II.
105M.
47Tale III.
106N.
48Tale IV.
107O.
49Tale V.
108P.
50Tale VI.
109R.
51Tale VII.
110S.
52Tale VIII.
111T.
53Tale IX.
112U.
54Tale X.
113V.
55Tale XI.
114W.
56Tale XII.
115X.
57Tale XIII.
116Y.
58Tale XIV.
117Z.
59Tale XV.
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