Name, Place, Magic!: Stories of How Indian States Got Their Names

Shweta Ganesh Kumar

Every place has a story. And sometimes, the story starts with a name.

Have you heard of the fifty runaway sons of a sage who built a new land called Andhra? Or of a ruler named Vanga, whose kingdom by the mighty waters came to be known as West Bengal? What about the land of Jharkhand, named for the deep bond its people have with the forest?

Filled twenty-eight fascinating stories filled with gods, goddesses, warriors and adventures, Name, Place, Magic! is a book for every child from every corner of India. Whether you are from the lush fields of Punjab or the tea gardens of Assam, from Kerala's sunny shores or the misty hills of Meghalaya, your home has a name that holds centuries of meaning, memory and magic.

For anyone who has ever wondered how Indian states got their names, this enchanting book of myths and legends will take readers on a magical journey across the diverse landscapes of India.