The Tale of Patala the Dancer
Once upon a time, sire, a certain dancer named Patala lived not far from Benares, in a village on the river’s bank. One day he went into Benares with his wife and after gaining money by his singing an
…rvival, she requests one song from him to earn her living. What follows is a poignant tale of love, sacrifice, and the struggle against fatal circumstances. This story illustrates the consequences of excess an…