Folk-Tales of the Khasis

A warm and vivid collection of Khasi folk narratives, this volume opens a window onto the lives, humor, and beliefs of a hill community whose stories have been whispered for generations. The tales are presented in their most graceful forms, highlighting the subtle ways the villagers explain natural wonders, moral choices, and the quirks of everyday life. Illustrations of mist‑clad mountains, bustling villages, and striking local customs add a visual texture that brings the oral tradition to life for modern ears.

Among the stories, a young girl named Ka Nam is snatched from her village by a tiger that plans to keep her as a future meal, only to nurture her in a strange, luxurious captivity. A small mouse overhears the predator’s murderous plot and guides the frightened girl toward a fearsome giant toad who offers protection—on the condition she wear a toadskin disguise. The narrative balances danger with clever rescue, showcasing the resourcefulness and compassion that thread through the Khasi imagination. Listeners will be drawn into a world where courage, wit, and the natural world intertwine in timeless storytelling.