Tales of Hindu Devilry

From the pen of famed explorer and orientalist Sir Richard F. Burton comes Tales of Hindu Devilry—a rare collection of stories steeped in the sinister folklore and occult traditions of India. First published in the 19th century, these tales reveal a world where demons, sorcerers, and spirits of vengeance stalk the human imagination, blurring the line between myth and terror. Burton, ever the seeker of forbidden knowledge, gathered accounts of curses, possession, and infernal bargains, presenting them with both fascination and dread. These narratives are more than curiosities; they are windows into a culture where ancient rites and supernatural beliefs carried a power both revered and feared. Part folklore anthology, part occult chronicle, Tales of Hindu Devilry remains a chilling testament to mankind’s universal obsession with the demonic—here set against the backdrop of India’s mythic and spiritual landscape. Complete edition of Richard F. Burton’s rare collection Explores demonic folklore, sorcery, and supernatural traditions of India A unique blend of ethnography, mythology, and occult horror Essential for collectors of Burton’s works, and students of demonology and folklore To read these tales is to enter a realm where ancient demons still whisper, and where the line between story and sorcery is dangerously thin.