mythology, indic

Explores Indian mythology, including the myths about ancient gods, battles, and other supernatural beings.

"Sheetal Mistry, a rising high school junior who is half-star, half-human, must win a competition in the starry court to save her human father"--Provided by publisher.

Twelve-year-old Aru stretches the truth to fit in at her private school, but when she is dared to prove an ancient lamp is cursed, she inadvertently frees an ancient demon.

When an archaeologist in India finds a magical stone, becomes an evil rakshasa, and begins turning the villagers into zombies, Pi is called upon for help--but soon it seems everyone around her, including the other members of the Kid Squad, are also zombies and she must find the solution on her own.

"Marinda and Iyla must work together to save themselves and the ones they love from the wrath of the Snake King"--Provided by publisher.

Twelve-year-old Aru stretches the truth to fit in at her private school, but when she is dared to prove an ancient lamp is cursed, she inadvertently frees an ancient demon.

R.K. Narayan offers his own retelling of many of the legends of gods, demons, magicians, kings, and wives from his native India.

Presents Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain mythology of India and introduces early and Vedic deities.

More than 150 color illustrations accompany cross-referenced, alphabetically arranged entries on the gods, goddesses, spirits, and demons that shape the myths, legends, and religions of India, Tibet, and Sri Lanka. Also includes several articles on related topics, a chronology, and deity family trees.