Where the Hills Remember: Timeless Folktales of Tripura

Authors

Risah Debbarma
DScholar Research Consultancy & Analytics

Keywords:

Tripura Folktales, Tribal Folklore, Indigenous Storytelling, Indigenous Knowledge, Myths and Legends, Folklore Preservation

Synopsis

Where the Hills Remember: Timeless Folktales of Tripura by Risah Debbarma is a beautifully illustrated collection of ten enchanting folktales that celebrate the rich cultural heritage, indigenous traditions, and timeless wisdom of Tripura, a picturesque state in Northeast India.

Rooted in the region's vibrant oral storytelling traditions, this collection brings to life captivating tales of nature, animals, kindness, courage, compassion, and humanity. Each story reflects enduring moral values, the importance of harmonious coexistence, and the profound relationship between people, nature, and their cultural heritage.

Through engaging narratives and vivid illustrations, the book seeks to preserve and celebrate the traditional storytelling heritage of Tripura while introducing its cultural richness to readers across generations and geographical boundaries.

Published under the Global Voices Series by DScholar Press International, Where the Hills Remember offers readers of all ages an inspiring literary journey into a world where ancestral wisdom, imagination, and universal human values come together.

More than a collection of folktales, this book is a celebration of cultural identity, intergenerational wisdom, and the enduring power of stories to connect communities, preserve traditions, and inspire future generations.

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Author Biography

Risah Debbarma, DScholar Research Consultancy & Analytics

Risah Debbarma is an author, entrepreneur, and Director of DScholar Research Consultancy and Analytics (OPC) Private Limited. An alumna of Banasthali Vidyapith, she is passionate about education, knowledge dissemination, cultural preservation, and empowering communities through innovation and learning. As the author of Where the Hills Remember: Timeless Folktales of Tripura, she seeks to celebrate Tripura's rich storytelling traditions, indigenous cultural heritage, and timeless moral values. Her work reflects a commitment to preserving traditional narratives and introducing them to readers across generations and cultures.

References

Debbarma, S. (2024). Oral tradition: Folk tales and its significance in understanding the Kokborok speaking society of Tripura. ShodhKosh: Journal of Visual and Performing Arts, 5(2), 1121–1124. https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i2.2024.4427

Debbarma, R. K., & Debbarma, T. (2002). Kerang Kothoma. Tribal Research and Cultural Institute, Government of Tripura.

Debbarma, R. K. (2011). Tipra Lukuhukumu. Language Wing, Khumulwng.

Niyogi, T. K. (1983). Folktales and myths of Riang and Tripuri communities: A study of their cultural profile. Anthropological Survey of India.

Tyagi, D. K. (1997). Tribal folk tales of Tripura. Tripura State Tribal Cultural Research Institute & Museum, Government of Tripura.

Tribal Research & Cultural Institute, Government of Tripura. (2020). Tribal folk tales of Tripura. Government of Tripura.

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Published

October 17, 2026

Series

Global Voices: Unheard Echoes from Every Corner of the World

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This book is a literary collection of traditional folktales from Tripura and does not involve the generation or analysis of empirical research datasets. The narratives and accompanying illustrations are presented within the published volume. No separate research datasets were generated for this publication; therefore, data availability is not applicable.

Copyright (c) 2026 Risah Debbarma (Author)

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ISBN-13 (15)

978-93-47867-02-6

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148mm x 210mm

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ISBN-13 (15)

978-93-47867-01-9

How to Cite

Debbarma, Risah. Where the Hills Remember: Timeless Folktales of Tripura. DSCHOLAR PRESS INTERNATIONAL, 2026, https://www.dscholarpress.com/press/index.php/publish/catalog/book/2.