"This is a collection of humorous stories, riddles and proverbs published under the Asian/Pacific Copublication programme (ACP), carried by the Asian Cultural Centre for Unesco, with the joint efforts of Unesco member states in Asia and the Pacific, and in cooperation with Unesco. Fifty-four stories, 54 riddles and 23 proverbs and illustrations have been contributed by 18 countries in the region." -- Title page verso.