Sivagamiyin Sabatham: Young Readers Edition
Sivagamiyin Sabatham: Young Readers Edition
by Kalki Krishnamurthy (adapted)
Ages 10–13Indian author
Kalki's Pallava kingdom epic — war, Bharatanatyam, sculpture, and romance — adapted for young readers. One of Tamil literature's most beloved historical novels.
Heads-up for parents: War & battle violence, Teen crushes & romance. Worth reading it yourself first.
- Author
- Kalki Krishnamurthy (adapted)
- Age
- Ages 10–13
- Type
- History, Adventure, Music and Arts, Chapter Book
- Language
- Tamil
- Publisher
- Kalki Publications
- In India
- Available
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