In even the most remote villages of Bali you will hear, late into the night, the shimmering metallic music of the gamelan, a collection of gongs, chimes, flutes, drums, and cymbals whose music provides the accompaniment to the surpassingly beautiful dances that serve to entertain the Gods at the annual celebrations. Here, even the youngest children learn to dance, absorbing the delicate hand and arm movements of their parents and of the puppets whose characters and adventures the children recognize as readily as our ...
Read More
In even the most remote villages of Bali you will hear, late into the night, the shimmering metallic music of the gamelan, a collection of gongs, chimes, flutes, drums, and cymbals whose music provides the accompaniment to the surpassingly beautiful dances that serve to entertain the Gods at the annual celebrations. Here, even the youngest children learn to dance, absorbing the delicate hand and arm movements of their parents and of the puppets whose characters and adventures the children recognize as readily as our children recognize television personalities. Among the stories learned by every child is the saga of Rama and Sita, a particularly beloved tale of intrigue, adventure, and mystery. In this new edition, illustrated with vibrant, exuberant, full-colour, double-page drawings, we read this great Hindu epic retold for English-speaking children, with the characters drawn from both ancient and modern shadow puppets - noble princes, terrifying giants, and menacing ogres. The entire world of gods and men is there onstage in miniature. Through deeds and words the puppets teach the children who they are, what to believe, how to behave, and their place in the universe. This edition lovingly depicts the whole cast of puppets as they come alive in hands of the puppeteer. On the one side are the gods and noble princes, learned and gentle, who must also be fierce warriors. Arrayed against them is all the evil of the world, red-eyed giants and savage tyrants, each awaiting their turn, each telling an ancient story that will continue long into the night.
Read Less
Add this copy of Rama and Sita: a Tale From Ancient Java Retold and to cart. $8.03, good condition, Sold by BookHolders rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Gambrills, MD, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by David R. Godine Publisher.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Good. [ No Hassle 30 Day Returns ] [ Edition: First or Reprint ] Publisher page says first edition 2002. Very good condition. Book has dust cover. Publisher: David R. Godine Pub Date: 1/1/2002 Binding: Hardcover Pages: 36.
Add this copy of Rama and Sita to cart. $10.57, very good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Dallas rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by David R. Godine Publisher.
Add this copy of Rama and Sita to cart. $10.57, good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Reno rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Reno, NV, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by David R. Godine Publisher.
Add this copy of Rama and Sita to cart. $10.57, fair condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Atlanta rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Austell, GA, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by David R. Godine Publisher.
Add this copy of Rama and Sita to cart. $12.00, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Ruby rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by David R. Godine, Publisher.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of Rama and Sita to cart. $14.59, very good condition, Sold by Goodwill of Silicon Valley rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from San Jose, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by David R. Godine, Publisher.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Supports Goodwill of Silicon Valley job training programs. The cover and pages are in very good condition! The cover and any other included accessories are also in very good condition showing some minor use. The spine is straight there are no rips tears or creases on the cover or the pages.
Add this copy of Rama and Sita to cart. $14.99, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Ruby rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by David R. Godine, Publisher.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of Rama and Sita to cart. $18.00, like new condition, Sold by West with the Night rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Tucson, AZ, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by David R. Godine Publisher.
Add this copy of Rama and Sita to cart. $29.00, very good condition, Sold by Lavendier Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Foster, RI, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by David R. Godine, Publisher.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very Good. David R. Godine; Jaffrey, 2002. Hardcover. First Edition. Near Fine, navy blue cloth binding with gilt lettering on spine and gilt illustration on front board, binding firm, interior and extremities tidy, minimal handling marks/shelf wear, illustrated endpapers/pastedowns, small dent front board at fore-edge, a hint of sunning to text block edges and page margins. In a Near Fine, trace handling/scuff marks, bit of sunning to panel/flap margins and verso, trace edge/corner wear, Dust Wrapper. A nice, clean and unmarked copy. 4to[quarto or approx. 9.5 x 12 inches], 29pp., color illustrations. We pack securely and ship daily with delivery confirmation on every book. The picture on the listing page is of the actual book for sale. Additional Scan(s) are available for any item, please inquire.
Add this copy of Rama and Sita to cart. $8.08, good condition, Sold by Zoom Books East rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Glendale Heights, IL, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by David R. Godine, Publisher.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Book is in good condition and may include underlining highlighting and minimal wear. The book can also include From the library of labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys dvds etc. We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service.
