"Vikram and the Vampire: Classic Hindu Tales of Adventure, Magic, and Romance" by Sir Richard F. Burton is a journey into a world of ancient Hindu stories from the 1300s, where King Vikramaditya, a legendary figure, faces a mystical vampire and many supernatural problems. It is a story of adventure, magic, love, and Hindu myths, as we are introduced to Vikramaditya and learn about how his father was cursed to be an ass which motivates our hero. Along the way, Vikram's character is shown as brave and very smart, and readers encounter the powerful Baital, a vampire-like spirit, which sets the stage for fantastic occurrences and captivating storytelling as Vikram battles to overcome all difficulties.
Vikram and the Vampire: Classic Hindu Tales of Adventure, Magic, and Romance
By Richard Francis Burton
A brave king matches wits with a ghostly vampire while navigating adventures filled with curses, love, and magic from ancient India.
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About the AuthorCaptain Sir Richard Francis Burton, KCMG, FRGS, was a British explorer, writer, scholar and military officer. He was famed for his travels and explorations in Asia, Africa and South America, as well as his extensive knowledge of languages and cultures, speaking up to 29 different languages.
Captain Sir Richard Francis Burton, KCMG, FRGS, was a British explorer, writer, scholar and military officer. He was famed for his travels and explorations in Asia, Africa and South America, as well as his extensive knowledge of languages and cultures, speaking up to 29 different languages.
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