Twenty Two Goblins
by Anonymous
'Twenty Two Goblins' Summary
In this ancient Indian folklore, King Vikram embarks on a perilous quest to capture a 'vetala' (vampire) and deliver it to a sorcerer. However, the cunning vampire challenges the king with a series of riddles. If Vikram fails to solve the riddles, the vampire escapes, but correct answers force it to submit. The king and the vampire engage in a battle of wits, each determined to outsmart the other. Through these riddles, the stories explore themes of wisdom, intelligence, and the power of storytelling.Book Details
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