Asneha, the legend of the opal by Carlo de Fornaro
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"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.)
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| Author | Fornaro, Carlo de, 1871-1949 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 02018457 |
| Title | Asneha, the legend of the opal |
| Note | Illustrated by the author. |
| Credits |
Produced by Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore |
| Subject | Gems -- Folklore |
| Subject | Opals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62512 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-62512-6 |
| Release Date | Jun 28, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 535 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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