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Product Identifiers
PublisherORCA Book Publishers USA
ISBN-101459810074
ISBN-139781459810075
eBay Product ID (ePID)220362528
Product Key Features
Book TitleDiwali : Festival of Lights
Number of Pages96 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2016
TopicPeople & Places / General, Religion / Hinduism, Holidays & Celebrations / Other, Religious, Holidays & Celebrations / General (See Also Religious / Christian / Holidays & Celebrations)
IllustratorYes
GenreJuvenile Nonfiction
AuthorRina Singh
Book SeriesOrca Origins Ser.
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight19 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width7.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceJuvenile Audience
LCCN2016-931882
ReviewsThis sophisticated volume incorporates information about the major Indian religions; Hindu, Sikh, and Jain Diwali traditions; and Indian immigration to the U.S., Canada, and the Caribbean...An exceptionally valuable resource., A standout volume...an excellent introduction to Diwali and Indian culture, highly recommended for all geography collections., A great pick...The book is at once fascinating to read and to look at... Diwali is well-researched and informative., Written in a very readable text accompanied by colourful historical and contemporary captioned photographs...This book would be a great compliment to a study of religious customs and multiculturalism...I would highly recommend it for inclusion in school and public libraries., Provides a remarkably comprehensive look at the origins of the Hindu festival of lights...The intimate tone and vibrant photographs make this book an enjoyable and informative read from start to finish. Young readers will love the photographs, and older ones will appreciate the joy and concept of a celebration of light.
Dewey Edition23
Grade FromFourth Grade
Series Volume Number2
Number of Volumes1 vol.
Grade ToSeventh Grade
Dewey Decimal294.5/36
Table Of ContentIntroduction Chapter One: What Is Diwali? The Hindu Legends of Diwali Rama's Legend Krishna's Legend Lakshmi's Legend The Days of Diwali Hindu Diwali Sikh Diwali Jain Diwali Aditya's Story Chapter Two: The History of Indian Immigration Coming to North America United States Canada The Komagata Maru After the Komagata Maru Incident Swati's Story Nimrat's Story Chapter Three: The Evolution of Diwali The Changing Face of Diwali in India Mithai Gets a Makeover Widows Celebrate Diwali Diwali in North America Now Mitra's Story Sapna's Story Chapter Four: Diwali Around the World Diwali in India Jaipur Varanasi West Bengal and Assam Goa Diwali in the Slums of Mumbai Kerala Diwali Outside India Nepal Great Britain Singapore Thailand South Africa Suriname Trinidad A final word from the author Glossary References and Resources Index Acknowledgments
SynopsisEnlivened by personal stories, Diwali illuminates and celebrates how Hindu, Sikh and Jain traditions are kept alive in the modern world in this work of nonfiction for middle readers., During Diwali, Hindus, Sikhs and Jains celebrate the legends and stories that describe the triumph of good over evil and justice over oppression. Critically acclaimed author Rina Singh explores her Indian roots as she tells the Diwali stories, which remind us that eventually light will prevail over darkness. Enriched by personal stories and spiced with festive recipes, including two by acclaimed chef, Vikram Vij, Diwali: Festival of Lights brings to life the holiday's traditions, food and rituals and takes you on a journey to see how this festival is celebrated around the world! Diwali is the second book in the Orca Origins series, which examines how ancient traditions are kept alive in the modern world., During Diwali, Hindus, Sikhs and Jains celebrate the legends and stories that describe the triumph of good over evil and justice over oppression. Critically acclaimed author Rina Singh explores her Indian roots as she tells the Diwali stories, which remind us that eventually light will prevail over darkness. Enriched by personal stories and spiced with festive recipes, including two by acclaimed chef, Vikram Vij, Diwali: Festival of Lights brings to life the holiday's traditions, food and rituals and takes you on a journey to see how this festival is celebrated around the world Diwali is the second book in the Orca Origins series, which examines how ancient traditions are kept alive in the modern world.
