Product Description
The stories of Panchatantra are ancient Indian fables that were written in Sanskrit and Pali languages. The central characters in these fascinating fables are many-a-times, animals and birds. They show their most identifying characteristics in the various stories, and impart valuable life-lessons and morals. This beautifully illustrated book offers a classic Panchatantra tale for every day of the year. Read about clever hares, cunning jackals, evil hunters, great friends and more! 365 Panchatantra Stories is a treasure of wisdom, the perfect addition to a child’s library.
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Easy Assimilation
Part of Indian folklore for ages, the Panchatantra consists of five books of animal fables and magic tales that were compiled between third and fifth centuries AD. One of India’s most significant contributions to world literature, these stories, with mostly birds and animals as main characters, make assimilation of life-lessons they impart easy.
Inculcates Reading Habit
Simply told and made alive by lively illustrations, these stories encourage children to read and, eventually, develop a reading habit. At the same time, keep them engrossed for hours.
Sensitises Children
The original Panchatantra was intended to guide kings and statesmen on the path to success by teaching them how to understand human nature through stories. Replete with philosophical themes and morals, the stories in this compilation of Panchatantra also help children become sensitive human beings. It is indeed a treasure trove, with 365 stories, one for each day of the year.
