A Kingdom Lost For A Drop Of Honey: And Other Burmese Folktales
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
A rich collection of traditional folklore, A Kingdom Lost for a Drop of Honey: And Other Burmese Folktales gathers the timeless oral stories of Myanmar, presenting a vibrant tapestry of wisdom, morality, and cultural identity passed down through generations. The tales chronicle the adventures of clever commoners, foolish kings, cunning animals, and noble heroes, each story carrying a pointed moral lesson delivered with warmth and gentle wit. Rooted in Buddhist philosophy and the everyday rhythms of Burmese village life, the narratives illustrate how justice, humility, and compassion ultimately triumph over greed and arrogance. The title story itself — in which an entire kingdom is brought to ruin over a seemingly trivial dispute sparked by a single drop of honey — perfectly captures the collection's recurring theme: that small acts and small minds can unleash catastrophic consequences. Accessible to readers of all ages yet rich enough to reward scholarly attention, this anthology stands as an invaluable window into the literary and spiritual heritage of Burma.
Author: Maung Htin Aung And Helen G. Trager
Format: Hardback
Published: 1968, Parents' Magazine Press
Genre: Myths & legends
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
A rich collection of traditional folklore, A Kingdom Lost for a Drop of Honey: And Other Burmese Folktales gathers the timeless oral stories of Myanmar, presenting a vibrant tapestry of wisdom, morality, and cultural identity passed down through generations. The tales chronicle the adventures of clever commoners, foolish kings, cunning animals, and noble heroes, each story carrying a pointed moral lesson delivered with warmth and gentle wit. Rooted in Buddhist philosophy and the everyday rhythms of Burmese village life, the narratives illustrate how justice, humility, and compassion ultimately triumph over greed and arrogance. The title story itself — in which an entire kingdom is brought to ruin over a seemingly trivial dispute sparked by a single drop of honey — perfectly captures the collection's recurring theme: that small acts and small minds can unleash catastrophic consequences. Accessible to readers of all ages yet rich enough to reward scholarly attention, this anthology stands as an invaluable window into the literary and spiritual heritage of Burma.