The Legends Of The Punjab (2nd)

The Legends Of The Punjab (2nd) by R. C. Temple is a copy that's easy to recommend. Runs to about 606 pages, so it's a comfortable read, and a good pick whether you're buying for yourself or as a gift.

What it's about

The Legends of the Punjab by Sir Richard Carnac Temple is a two-volume collection of Punjabi folk tales, compiled and translated during the British colonial period. The work preserves oral traditions, myths, and legends of Punjab’s diverse communities, reflecting local values, beliefs, and cultural practices. Temple aimed to document these stories for both scholarly and administrative understanding. Rich in ethnographic detail, the collection serves as an important resource for folklorists, historians, and linguists interested in North Indian oral literature and regional storytelling traditions.

Book details

• Author: R. C. Temple
• Format: Paperback & Hardcover
• Pages: 606
• Publisher: Gyan Books
• Published: 1884

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Is The Legends Of The Punjab (2nd) available in paperback or hardcover?

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What language is this edition in?

This edition is in English.

Who wrote The Legends Of The Punjab (2nd)?

The Legends Of The Punjab (2nd) is written by R. C. Temple.

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