Synopsis The stories collected in this volume represent popular folk tales of yesteryears. Also included are a historical background of the Nicobar Islands, its beliefs, customs and festivals.The Andaman and Nicobar Islands have been bestowed with immense beauty of nature. What is most significant is the presence of the tribes, the Andamanese and Nicobarese. Most of the tribal customs and rituals have become sullied owing to the onslaught of modernization; what remains largely are the tales of yesteryears.The Nicobarese culture is thoroughly on oral tradition expressed in folk performances like folk songs and folk tales keeping in view the tribal milieu and the motifs of folk tales. Also included are a historical background of the Nicobar Islands, their beliefs, customs and festivals.The excellent illustrations by Swapnesh Chowdhury lend further charm to the stories.