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LoC No.: 02018457

Title: Asneha, the legend of the opal

Note: Illustrated by the author.

Note: Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Asneha, the Legend of the Opal" by Carlo de Fornaro is a fantastical tale likely crafted in the early 20th century. This enchanting novel merges elements of folklore and mythology, focusing on a gifted musician and poet named Asneha, whose profound connection to music and spirituality leads him on an extraordinary journey. The story elegantly explores themes of devotion, the power of art, and the transcendent nature of music. The narrative centers around Asneha, a poor musician who, after losing his flute, encounters a mystical Golden Bird that gifts him the ability to create divine music from reeds in the jungle. His enchanting melodies draw audiences and ultimately reach the Maharajah, who is captivated by Asneha's skill. Asneha's fame attracts the attention of the gods, culminating in an encounter with Indra, the ruler of the gods. Asneha must showcase his talent before them, resulting in a powerful and emotive performance that earns him immortality and the legendary opal, a gem embodying all harmonies. The story is a lyrical exploration of the intersections between art, spirituality, and the divine, highlighting how music has the power to connect mortals with the celestial. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Fornaro, Carlo de, 1871-1949

EBook No.: 62512

Published: Jun 28, 2020

Downloads: 30

Language: English

Subject: Gems -- Folklore

Subject: Opals

LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 02018457

Title: Asneha, the legend of the opal

Note: Illustrated by the author.

Note: Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Summary: "Asneha, the Legend of the Opal" by Carlo de Fornaro is a fantastical tale likely crafted in the early 20th century. This enchanting novel merges elements of folklore and mythology, focusing on a gifted musician and poet named Asneha, whose profound connection to music and spirituality leads him on an extraordinary journey. The story elegantly explores themes of devotion, the power of art, and the transcendent nature of music. The narrative centers around Asneha, a poor musician who, after losing his flute, encounters a mystical Golden Bird that gifts him the ability to create divine music from reeds in the jungle. His enchanting melodies draw audiences and ultimately reach the Maharajah, who is captivated by Asneha's skill. Asneha's fame attracts the attention of the gods, culminating in an encounter with Indra, the ruler of the gods. Asneha must showcase his talent before them, resulting in a powerful and emotive performance that earns him immortality and the legendary opal, a gem embodying all harmonies. The story is a lyrical exploration of the intersections between art, spirituality, and the divine, highlighting how music has the power to connect mortals with the celestial. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Fornaro, Carlo de, 1871-1949

EBook No.: 62512

Published: Jun 28, 2020

Downloads: 30

Language: English

Subject: Gems -- Folklore

Subject: Opals

LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.