About the Book: Roots of India: Folktales from the Deccan
The tale of a golden nugget that is worth much more than it looks. The legend
of one of Indias earliest freedom fighters. A prince who built a grand city out
of love. These and other folktales that have been immortalized in the fabric of
the culture of the Deccan and beyond, told with candour and context, will regale
children and cast their heritage in a new light.
About the Author: Cheryl Rao
CHERYL RAO writes for children of all ages. Some of her recently published
books for tweens and middle grade readers are