Publisher's Synopsis
The Kathakoca or a Treasury of Stories is a book compiled by C. H. Tawney. It is a collection of ancient Indian folk tales and fables, written in Sanskrit, that have been passed down through generations. The book contains over 600 stories, ranging from animal fables to romantic tales, moral stories, and legends. The stories are filled with humor, wit, and wisdom, and offer a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of India. Tawney has translated the stories into English, making them accessible to a wider audience. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in Indian literature, culture, and folklore.1895. The Kathakoca contains 41 stories translated from Sanskrit manuscripts that are intended to illustrate the tenets and practice of Jainism. The religion of the Jains arose in the same part of India and at about the same time as Buddhism. The object of the Jain religion, as of most Indian systems, is to escape from the bonds of metempsychosis, or the never-ending cycle of births and deaths.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
