| Description |
1 online resource |
| Contents |
The haunted bridge of Agi -- The curse of Miryang -- The tiger of Flower Hill -- The shapeshifter of Co Lao -- The temple of Rara Jonggrang -- Hang Nadim -- The seven princesses of Ulek Mayang -- The strange tale of Chief Naam -- Princess of the bamboo -- King Vikram and Betaal the Vampire -- The weeping lady -- The witchman -- The curse of the iroko tree |
| Summary |
Nights of the Dark Moon is a collection of 13 dark folktales compiled from around Asia, with two bonus stories from Africa, retold in the Gothic tradition, known for its air of brooding mystery and chilling fear. The tales feature haunted places, ancient curses, supernatural creatures and desperate maidens. Ranging from the eerily thrilling to the pitiably tragic, the stories evoke dread and terror, but also longing, affection and sorrow. Some serve as cautionary tales, reminding us that there are monsters lurking among us in the real world. A few are well known in their country of origin and |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Tales -- Asia
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Tales -- Africa
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Legends -- Asia
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Legends -- Africa.
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Legends
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Tales
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Africa
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Asia
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9789814779166 |
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9814779164 |
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