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      Painted Words: An Anthology of Tribal Literature

      by G.N. Devy
      Published
      Jan 2002
      Main Genre
      General Fiction General Fiction
      Pages
      320
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      This is the first collection of its kind: writings in a rich variety of genres by Adivasis and denotified tribals. Culled from all over India, the selections include tribal versions of the Mahabharat and Ramayan, colourful legends, rhythmic epics, poignant songs, oral histories and a simple but chilling play depicting the routine exploitation of tribal citizens. Edited by one of India's foremost literary critics, this book spotlights a rarely seen, barely understood facet of India's cultural heritage, and shows how deeply intertwined are the mainstream and tribal traditions.

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      General Fiction

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      Kids (12 & Under) Kids: Middle Grade

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      First Edition Jan 2002 Penguin ISBN13 9780143028369 ISBN10 0143028367
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