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The Baitâl Pachchisi; Or, The Twenty-Five Tales of a Sprite

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Originally written in Sanskrit by Somdev Bhatt, the Vetala Panchavimshati or Baitâl Pachchisi, also popularly known as Vikram Betal is a collection of tales and legends from India. Set in the 11th century, the tales intend to impart moral/social lessons. The practices may not be viable anymore to the letter but the basic message may still act as a guide to help live good lives. - Summary by dc (4 hr 36 min)

Chapters

Translator's Preface and Preface

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Introductory Tale

21:57

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Tale I

23:11

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Tale II

8:58

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Tale III

14:08

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Tale IV

27:51

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Tale V

7:07

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Tale VI

10:28

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Tale VII

5:11

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Tale VIII

8:02

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Tale IX

7:46

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Tale X

6:21

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Tale XI

9:19

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Tale XII

5:20

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Tale XIII

9:22

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Tale XIV

16:45

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Tale XV

15:25

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Tale XVI

10:09

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Tale XVII

8:01

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Tale XVIII

12:22

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Tale XIX

10:10

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Tale XX

6:04

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Tale XXI

4:30

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Tale XXII

4:11

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Tale XXIII

10:27

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Tale XXIV

2:46

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Tale XXV

7:14

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