More Indian Tigers

It will take approximately one hour to read these stories from India. When you find a story you really like, try reading it out loud!

The Tiger, the Brahman, and the Jackal. In this famous story from India, a tiger shows no gratitude to the brahman who rescues him, and it is up to the jackal to set things right.

Ingratitude. In this story, a crow helps a tiger in distress. But, as the title warns you, the tiger is not grateful for the help.

The Tiger's Bride. This is the story of a woman who gives away her daughter to be the bride of a tiger.

Monkey, Tiger, and Princess. This story is about the quest of a brave young prince to rescue his bride from a tiger.

The Kid and the Tiger. In this story, a little goat manages to defeat seven mighty tigers.

The Lady Tiger-Slayer. This story is about a woman who confronts a tiger and tricks him not once, but twice.

The Barber and the Tigers. In this story, a quick-witted barber manages to outsmart the King of the Tigers.

The Magic Bedstead. The tiger plays only a minor role in this story, but it is such a fun little story that I wanted to include it here!

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