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Animal Tales from India
A stunningly illustrated gift book of ancient Indian fables, retold by bestselling poet Nikita Gill.
The stories of the Panchatantra have been read aloud and shared for thousands of years, kept alive by generation after generation of storytellers. In this captivating collection of ten animal tales, reimagined with warmth and wit by Nikita Gill, you'll meet mighty elephants and courageous mice, cunning crocodiles and clever monkeys, talkative tortoises and little lapwing birds. Discover a world of wonder, wisdom and friendship, of helping others, speaking out and finding courage.
With vibrant, irresistible colour artwork by Chaaya Prabhat on every page, and sumptuous high-end finishes, including a jacket, foiled cloth binding and a ribbon marker, this is a timeless gift book for every child to enjoy and treasure.
The stories of the Panchatantra have been read aloud and shared for thousands of years, kept alive by generation after generation of storytellers. In this captivating collection of ten animal tales, reimagined with warmth and wit by Nikita Gill, you'll meet mighty elephants and courageous mice, cunning crocodiles and clever monkeys, talkative tortoises and little lapwing birds. Discover a world of wonder, wisdom and friendship, of helping others, speaking out and finding courage.
With vibrant, irresistible colour artwork by Chaaya Prabhat on every page, and sumptuous high-end finishes, including a jacket, foiled cloth binding and a ribbon marker, this is a timeless gift book for every child to enjoy and treasure.
96 pages, Hardcover
First published October 12, 2023
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Nikita Gill
28 books5,845 followersNikita Gill is a Kashmiri Sikh writer born in Belfast, Northern Ireland and brought up in Gurugram, Haryana in India. In her mid twenties, she immigrated to the South of England and worked as a carer for many years. She enjoys creating paintings, poems, stories, photos, illustrations and other soft, positive things. Her work has appeared in Literary Orphans, Agave Magazine, Gravel Literary Journal, Monkeybicycle, Foliate Oak, MusePiePress, Dying Dahlia Review, The Rising Phoenix Review, Eunoia Review, Corvus Review, After The Pause and elsewhere.
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October 18, 2023
In a Nutshell: Ah, the nostalgia of rereading your childhood favourite stories! Loved revisiting some beautiful animal tales from the Panchatantra in this glorious new packaging. Excellent stories, meaningful morals, brilliant narrative style, and captivating illustrations. The perfect package!
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The Panchatantra, a beloved component of almost every little Indian reader’s library, (at least until my generation), is an ancient collection of animal fables written circa 200 BCE. The tales might be age-old but their entertainment factor and the morals they offer are relevant even today. Their original intent was to impart wisdom to princes, and as such, their plots lead to not just practical life lessons but also judicious decision-making. At the same time, the stories themselves, with their cute animal characters and interactions, are delightful to read.
I have lost count of how many Panchatantra stories I have read since my childhood. So when I saw this book on NetGalley, I was initially in two minds about whether I ought to grab something I am already so familiar with. But one look at the stunning cover, and I knew I was a goner. I didn’t realise then that even the text would be equally stunning.
There are more than a hundred stories in the Panchatantra, of which this book contains ten. While I knew most of the stories herein, I enjoyed the style in which the author wrote them. She is a poet, and this creative faculty is visible in her choice of words, especially in her vivid descriptions of the animal and the forests. Moreover, unlike the myriad other Panchatantra collections, she does not stick to the original serious format of narration, one akin to an elder telling a story to their students. Rather, her storytelling incorporates a warmth and a youthfulness that somehow intertwines a casual conversational approach with plenty of action-oriented writing. In other words, even when these stories are read, the child will feel like the author is *narrating* them. I am sure this collection will be a hit at bedtime with its witty lines.
I loved the illustrations as much as the storytelling. Every single page is a mesmerising work of art! The animals, the trees, the background – every element is so breathtakingly beautiful that I could stare at the graphics all day.
An easy recommendation, this. It delivers on every requirement you would have from children’s fiction – entertainment, education, and illustration. The language makes this a perfect fit for littlies aged 3-8 years.
The physical book is meant to be a gift edition, with colour artwork on every page, a foiled cloth binding with a jacket, and a ribbon marker. What a delightful gift it would make! 😍 The book is also available in an audio version narrated by the author herself, which will be brilliant considering her kid-friendly writing style. But honestly, as long as you have no sight-related issues, why would you want to forsake looking at those gorgeous illustrations?
‘Pancha’ means ‘five’ in Sanskrit. Now… guess how many stars this perfect children’s storybook deserves?
Pancha!
Pro Tip: Begin with the author’s introduction. No skipping over it!
My thanks to Nosy Crow and NetGalley for the DRC of “Animal Tales from India”. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
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The Panchatantra, a beloved component of almost every little Indian reader’s library, (at least until my generation), is an ancient collection of animal fables written circa 200 BCE. The tales might be age-old but their entertainment factor and the morals they offer are relevant even today. Their original intent was to impart wisdom to princes, and as such, their plots lead to not just practical life lessons but also judicious decision-making. At the same time, the stories themselves, with their cute animal characters and interactions, are delightful to read.
I have lost count of how many Panchatantra stories I have read since my childhood. So when I saw this book on NetGalley, I was initially in two minds about whether I ought to grab something I am already so familiar with. But one look at the stunning cover, and I knew I was a goner. I didn’t realise then that even the text would be equally stunning.
There are more than a hundred stories in the Panchatantra, of which this book contains ten. While I knew most of the stories herein, I enjoyed the style in which the author wrote them. She is a poet, and this creative faculty is visible in her choice of words, especially in her vivid descriptions of the animal and the forests. Moreover, unlike the myriad other Panchatantra collections, she does not stick to the original serious format of narration, one akin to an elder telling a story to their students. Rather, her storytelling incorporates a warmth and a youthfulness that somehow intertwines a casual conversational approach with plenty of action-oriented writing. In other words, even when these stories are read, the child will feel like the author is *narrating* them. I am sure this collection will be a hit at bedtime with its witty lines.
I loved the illustrations as much as the storytelling. Every single page is a mesmerising work of art! The animals, the trees, the background – every element is so breathtakingly beautiful that I could stare at the graphics all day.
An easy recommendation, this. It delivers on every requirement you would have from children’s fiction – entertainment, education, and illustration. The language makes this a perfect fit for littlies aged 3-8 years.
The physical book is meant to be a gift edition, with colour artwork on every page, a foiled cloth binding with a jacket, and a ribbon marker. What a delightful gift it would make! 😍 The book is also available in an audio version narrated by the author herself, which will be brilliant considering her kid-friendly writing style. But honestly, as long as you have no sight-related issues, why would you want to forsake looking at those gorgeous illustrations?
‘Pancha’ means ‘five’ in Sanskrit. Now… guess how many stars this perfect children’s storybook deserves?
Pancha!
Pro Tip: Begin with the author’s introduction. No skipping over it!
My thanks to Nosy Crow and NetGalley for the DRC of “Animal Tales from India”. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
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Connect with me through:
My Blog | The StoryGraph | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter
October 23, 2023
Wonderful messages and absolutely gorgeous illustrations!🐯🐢🐘🐒🦚🦁🪷
The Panchatantra of ancient India is a collection of animal fables originally written in Sanskrit. According to Britannica, the original work was written between 100 BC and AD 500! How awesome that the stories live on for thousands of years.
Some of the valuable lessons are on loyalty, family, friendship, and kindness.
Originally, there were well over one hundred stories, of which 10 are in this book. I'll list the titles below in the spoiler section. Animal Tales from India is a brilliant collaboration by author Nikita Gill and artist Chaaya Prabhat. I hope there are more to come!
A fantastic extended preview of the book (3 stories) from the publisher's site or you can follow the link here: https://issuu.com/nosycrow/docs/anima...
Thank you, my friend Rosh for her wonderful review and for helping me get this book. Thank you, Nosy Crow and Netgalley for the DRC.
Published Oct 12, 2023
Expected US Pub on May 7, 2024
The Panchatantra of ancient India is a collection of animal fables originally written in Sanskrit. According to Britannica, the original work was written between 100 BC and AD 500! How awesome that the stories live on for thousands of years.
Some of the valuable lessons are on loyalty, family, friendship, and kindness.
Originally, there were well over one hundred stories, of which 10 are in this book. I'll list the titles below in the spoiler section. Animal Tales from India is a brilliant collaboration by author Nikita Gill and artist Chaaya Prabhat. I hope there are more to come!
A fantastic extended preview of the book (3 stories) from the publisher's site or you can follow the link here: https://issuu.com/nosycrow/docs/anima...
Thank you, my friend Rosh for her wonderful review and for helping me get this book. Thank you, Nosy Crow and Netgalley for the DRC.
Published Oct 12, 2023
Expected US Pub on May 7, 2024
December 21, 2023
This is a beautiful book with really interesting stories from India. The illustrations are brightly colored and quite busy so there’s plenty for a young child to look at while being read to. The stories lend themselves to being read aloud, the narrator inserts themselves occasionally, which might be confusing for a little one thinking that whoever is reading them has told this story before, even lived it or has intimate knowledge of the stories, but that is of minimal concern.
October 27, 2024
I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.
Animal Tales from India is a bright, engaging, and fun collection of animal tales set in India featuring many animals. I love reading stories from different cultures, especially children's tales, as they incorporate great messages for children that we often as adults need reminding of. My favourite from this book was the mice that freed the elephants. I'd have loved a series of books like this as a child.
Animal Tales from India is a bright, engaging, and fun collection of animal tales set in India featuring many animals. I love reading stories from different cultures, especially children's tales, as they incorporate great messages for children that we often as adults need reminding of. My favourite from this book was the mice that freed the elephants. I'd have loved a series of books like this as a child.
October 2, 2023
This is a cute little collection of fables, the moral of most stories are highlighting the importance of family and friends, and how they will love you and forgive you even if you screw up, which is a great lesson to learn. The illustrations are beautiful and the book is well worth buying just because of them.
Thank you to NetGalley the author and the publisher for this ARC in exchange of my honest review
Thank you to NetGalley the author and the publisher for this ARC in exchange of my honest review
October 10, 2023
Animal Tales from India by Nikita Gill, illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat
Do you have younger children? Perhaps Grandchildren? Or in my case, young Great nieces and nephews? Or simply friends or other family with young children?
Then I urge you to buy this book.
Not only is it exquisitely illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat, the stories brought to life by Nikita Gil are just wonderful.
Yes, they're not exclusively her work, rather a collection of stories handed down, as described in the introduction:- 'One night long ago, I asked my grandmother where her stories came from, and she told me that she had got them from her mother. And her mother had got them from her grandmother. And so it goes, like a river flowing back all the way through time.'
But what makes this series of short stories stand out? The stories themselves are easy to understand, yet they all carry a moral tale. But, they do so in ways that are relatable and allow children to think on things, and ask questions or talk it through with adults. It also brings us a gorgeous taste of Indian culture through these stories. Regardless of your ethnic background, they really bring it to life, and that's to be celebrated in my opinion.
I read the ebook but I noted it seems to be only available in hardback or audiobook at the moment. Honestly, unless you need audiobooks for accessibility reasons, I highly recommend this is bought as a physical book, because those illustrations deserve to be shown in all their glory.
Just the perfect younger children's book, that I for one shall be buying for the aforementioned Great nieces and nephews!
Pure delight.
5/5 stars 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟
Do you have younger children? Perhaps Grandchildren? Or in my case, young Great nieces and nephews? Or simply friends or other family with young children?
Then I urge you to buy this book.
Not only is it exquisitely illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat, the stories brought to life by Nikita Gil are just wonderful.
Yes, they're not exclusively her work, rather a collection of stories handed down, as described in the introduction:- 'One night long ago, I asked my grandmother where her stories came from, and she told me that she had got them from her mother. And her mother had got them from her grandmother. And so it goes, like a river flowing back all the way through time.'
But what makes this series of short stories stand out? The stories themselves are easy to understand, yet they all carry a moral tale. But, they do so in ways that are relatable and allow children to think on things, and ask questions or talk it through with adults. It also brings us a gorgeous taste of Indian culture through these stories. Regardless of your ethnic background, they really bring it to life, and that's to be celebrated in my opinion.
I read the ebook but I noted it seems to be only available in hardback or audiobook at the moment. Honestly, unless you need audiobooks for accessibility reasons, I highly recommend this is bought as a physical book, because those illustrations deserve to be shown in all their glory.
Just the perfect younger children's book, that I for one shall be buying for the aforementioned Great nieces and nephews!
Pure delight.
5/5 stars 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟
September 29, 2023
This is a beautiful book of short animal stories which would make magical bedtime reading for a younger child. Everything about it is lovely – the stories themselves, the simple and easy-to-understand writing, and especially the fantastic illustrations. It is a complete joy for lovers of children’s books like me. I love the way that the stories are a bit silly and the fact that there is a moral to be learned with each one. Although the book is short I can imagine hours and hours of laughter, learning and discussion coming from it. It’s on my ‘What to get the grandkids list’! Thanks to NetGalley and Nosy Crow for the opportunity to read and review. This will surely be a winner.
September 22, 2023
Thank you NetGalley and Nosy Crow for this eCopy to review
What a beautiful book, the illustrations are amazing and really brought the stories to life. Gill's stories leap of the page they are well written and easy for a 3 year old to understand. I have slightly older children who both enjoyed listening to the stories so it works for most primary school ages
Most importantly, they are not too long so the children don't get bored, the pictures help keep their attention and I love the morals at the end of each tale.
Definitely going on the present list as a gift option
What a beautiful book, the illustrations are amazing and really brought the stories to life. Gill's stories leap of the page they are well written and easy for a 3 year old to understand. I have slightly older children who both enjoyed listening to the stories so it works for most primary school ages
Most importantly, they are not too long so the children don't get bored, the pictures help keep their attention and I love the morals at the end of each tale.
Definitely going on the present list as a gift option
September 23, 2023
This is a perfect storybookwith amazing illustrations to have in the classroom. Great for English units and class read. I would also use it for the beginning of geography lesson about places and their culture.
December 3, 2023
[Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book.]
The different tales from this book were very nice. I loved discovering the jungle through Nikita Gill's voice and writing. Many animals are depicted there, and I defenitely thought it to be interesting to get to read about another culture.
Something that I personnally enjoyed less about this book was how the morals were so clearly written at the end of each tale--I felt to me as though the author thought the young reader couldn't think of their own moral and had to clearly tell them what that specific story was about.
The different tales from this book were very nice. I loved discovering the jungle through Nikita Gill's voice and writing. Many animals are depicted there, and I defenitely thought it to be interesting to get to read about another culture.
Something that I personnally enjoyed less about this book was how the morals were so clearly written at the end of each tale--I felt to me as though the author thought the young reader couldn't think of their own moral and had to clearly tell them what that specific story was about.
August 31, 2023
What a beautiful book! Originally bought this as a gift to my niece but we ended up reading through it together. The stories all flowed really well, my niece being so excited after each one she was desperate to move onto the next but instead we spoke about what she enjoyed and loved about the story, spent time laughing at our animal impressions that were inspired by the reads, and each story became something to look forward to! Lovely stories, lovely illustrations, fantastic book
August 27, 2023
loved and enjoyed these!!!!
the stories are easy to understand and have great morals. and the illustrations are all so very beautiful.
for an indian who grew up reading moral stories, these were pure delights. i’m sure children would love this book alot.
thanks to the publisher and netgalley for the copy!
the stories are easy to understand and have great morals. and the illustrations are all so very beautiful.
for an indian who grew up reading moral stories, these were pure delights. i’m sure children would love this book alot.
thanks to the publisher and netgalley for the copy!
October 14, 2023
4.5 Stars
As the title suggests, the book is a collection of Panchatantra tales from ancient India. These were written in Sanskrit and translated into several languages over the years. There are countless interpretations, retellings, and versions of each story.
I knew I had to check this out the moment I saw the book. Just look at that cover! I’ve heard of the author, though I’ve yet to read her poems. This book has ten stories retold for the little ones (3+ age group, according to the publisher).
• The Blue Jackal
• The Bird Who Angered the Sea
• The Mice Who Freed the Elephants
• The Monkey and the Crocodile
• The Jackal Who Fooled a Lion
• The Singing Donkey
• The Very Talkative Tortoise
• The Lion and the Talking Cave
• The Four Friends and the Hunter
• The Elephant and the Moon
The stories are pretty much short, crisp, and cute. We have a small introduction note by the author, followed by the stories. I like how the author’s voice continues throughout the book. She begins and ends each story by addressing the readers. This approach works in taking the content closer to the kids, especially if they read the book on their own.
The writing is simple and has a touch of humor and poetic style. A few words may be hard for three-year-olds. However, since adults will anyway have to read the tales aloud, they can explain the meanings. Another aspect I like is the little tweaks to the storyline to make the content kid-friendly. No deaths, beatings, or broken bones in this one.
Each story ends with a couple of lines introspecting on the moral and how it would help us. This is done without sounding preachy. There’s just enough for kids to ponder upon and adults to continue a discussion on the theme if they want to. The main characters have cute names, too!
How can I not mention the illustrations? Illustrations are the main reason I request children’s books. This one nails them. The color combinations are perfect! From earthy browns and oranges to waves in sapphire and jade and the violet streaks of a night inside a jungle, every shade seamlessly blends with the other. The animals and birds look just as lovely, with their expressions matching the story on the page.
The font size is decent, but I read it on the computer and used the zoom option. The physical copy would be a much better choice due to the color scheme and the text placed on dark backgrounds on some pages. Also, these illustrations deserve to be enjoyed as a physical book.
To summarize, Animal Tales from India is a beautiful and compact collection of ten Panchatantra tales for kids. Though the book ends with a good night note, it can be read at any time. (I wish the book included the illustrator’s note too.)
Thank you, NetGalley and Nosy Crow, for the eARC. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
#AnimalTalesfromIndia #NetGalley
As the title suggests, the book is a collection of Panchatantra tales from ancient India. These were written in Sanskrit and translated into several languages over the years. There are countless interpretations, retellings, and versions of each story.
I knew I had to check this out the moment I saw the book. Just look at that cover! I’ve heard of the author, though I’ve yet to read her poems. This book has ten stories retold for the little ones (3+ age group, according to the publisher).
• The Blue Jackal
• The Bird Who Angered the Sea
• The Mice Who Freed the Elephants
• The Monkey and the Crocodile
• The Jackal Who Fooled a Lion
• The Singing Donkey
• The Very Talkative Tortoise
• The Lion and the Talking Cave
• The Four Friends and the Hunter
• The Elephant and the Moon
The stories are pretty much short, crisp, and cute. We have a small introduction note by the author, followed by the stories. I like how the author’s voice continues throughout the book. She begins and ends each story by addressing the readers. This approach works in taking the content closer to the kids, especially if they read the book on their own.
The writing is simple and has a touch of humor and poetic style. A few words may be hard for three-year-olds. However, since adults will anyway have to read the tales aloud, they can explain the meanings. Another aspect I like is the little tweaks to the storyline to make the content kid-friendly. No deaths, beatings, or broken bones in this one.
Each story ends with a couple of lines introspecting on the moral and how it would help us. This is done without sounding preachy. There’s just enough for kids to ponder upon and adults to continue a discussion on the theme if they want to. The main characters have cute names, too!
How can I not mention the illustrations? Illustrations are the main reason I request children’s books. This one nails them. The color combinations are perfect! From earthy browns and oranges to waves in sapphire and jade and the violet streaks of a night inside a jungle, every shade seamlessly blends with the other. The animals and birds look just as lovely, with their expressions matching the story on the page.
The font size is decent, but I read it on the computer and used the zoom option. The physical copy would be a much better choice due to the color scheme and the text placed on dark backgrounds on some pages. Also, these illustrations deserve to be enjoyed as a physical book.
To summarize, Animal Tales from India is a beautiful and compact collection of ten Panchatantra tales for kids. Though the book ends with a good night note, it can be read at any time. (I wish the book included the illustrator’s note too.)
Thank you, NetGalley and Nosy Crow, for the eARC. This review is voluntary and contains my honest opinion about the book.
#AnimalTalesfromIndia #NetGalley
May 12, 2024
This book of lore is so very far different from the lands of ice and snow that my ancestors come from but the use of oral traditions to convey the tenets of humanity is the same the world over. These come from a land lush with jungles and the animals who live there.
There is even a QR Code for a free audio reading of this book (not available to reviewers).
The illustrations by Chaaya Prabhat are brilliantly vivid and convey everything a reader could wish for.
Perfect for reading alone or WITH someone of any age including ESL, and great for gifting to everyone, especially to a school or your local public library!
I requested and received a free temporary e-book on Adobe Digital Editions from Nosy Crow Inc. via NetGalley. Thank you!
There is even a QR Code for a free audio reading of this book (not available to reviewers).
The illustrations by Chaaya Prabhat are brilliantly vivid and convey everything a reader could wish for.
Perfect for reading alone or WITH someone of any age including ESL, and great for gifting to everyone, especially to a school or your local public library!
I requested and received a free temporary e-book on Adobe Digital Editions from Nosy Crow Inc. via NetGalley. Thank you!
May 27, 2024
If it isn’t the beautiful writing getting this book 5 stars, it’s the gorgeous illustrations. This book was such a joy to wade through. The author states she’s telling tales told to her by her grandmother and her writing makes it feel like she’s the grandmother telling the stories before bed to enchant the young ones and send them to sleep. I wish I could have seen the book a little larger in all its glory on my kindle but it wasn’t loading correctly on there unfortunately. What I saw on my phone though was so fun to read and so pretty to look at. Thank you so much to NetGalley and Nosy Crows for the review copy!
April 4, 2024
I enjoyed this book too much as I was only going to see what it was like while my little one was in bed and ended up reading the whole book! I like the style of writing - very inclusive of the reader (direct questions for example) and engaging - I also really like the ‘moral’ aspect at the end of the story. The imagery is nice and the stories themselves are quite fun; I definitely recognise a few of them!
November 7, 2023
This book is amazingly vibrant and beautifully illustrated and all children will enjoy looking at the wonderful pictures.
The ten stories are short, sweet re-tellings of Panchatantra fables, mostly highlighting the importance and value of family and friends. They would make perfect bedtime stories for younger children and parents will enjoy reading them too.
The ten stories are short, sweet re-tellings of Panchatantra fables, mostly highlighting the importance and value of family and friends. They would make perfect bedtime stories for younger children and parents will enjoy reading them too.
November 23, 2023
I'm a big fan of folk tales, but I mostly know the European and Scandinavian ones. This book is a delightful collection, with lovely illustrations
It would make a lovely gift for a child, or indeed an adult who refuses to stop reading folktales!
I received an advance copy for free from NetGalley, on the expectation that I would provide an honest review.
It would make a lovely gift for a child, or indeed an adult who refuses to stop reading folktales!
I received an advance copy for free from NetGalley, on the expectation that I would provide an honest review.
April 9, 2024
This book has so much to love. I loved the art. I loved the stories, which all had strong morals. One even brought tears to my eyes. I even loved the introduction—such a tender tribute to the reader.
A fantastic, animal-centric read that explores some of India's classic fables.
A fantastic, animal-centric read that explores some of India's classic fables.
May 2, 2025
This is a gorgeous book!
December 18, 2023
Beautifully told and illustrated this is a collection of stories with a moral or lesson woven in.
January 31, 2024
Stories are important. I sometimes wonder if the world would stop turning if there were no more stories. Luckily, I don’t think we will ever stop telling stories, old and new, I think as humans, stories are an intrinsic part of who we are, what we do. They are inherent to our very nature. Stories have so much power, to transport, to amuse, to sadden ~ I don’t think there is an emotion that stories can’t evoke, nor is there a topic they can’t share. For some cultures the most important thing about stories is the lessons they teach us, that are wrapped up in their words and events. India is country of many cultures with its 28 states and 8 nation territories, its culture is an amalgamation of them all and they all share at least one thing in common, the love of and importance accorded to stories and storytelling. Some of the oldest are the stories of the Panchatantra. The oldest surviving work, in its original Sanskrit, dates to 200BCE although the stories are much older and there is now a version in nearly every major Indian language.
These stories have been passed from one generation to another over thousands of years and now we can enjoy them too thanks to their reimagining by Nikita Gill in her Animal Tales from India. As she takes us back to a time when the world was fresh and new we can sit back and marvel at the cunning crocodiles, cunning monkeys, talkative tortoises and enjoy discovering their luscious worlds, with all their wonder. There are ten stories in the book and we can learn about the arrogance of The Blue Jackal who disregards all warnings believing the sea will not dare to do any harm to his family. Can he learn to be respectful to the natural world around him? Is it possible for an elephant and a mouse to be friends, one of the smallest and one of the largest animals on the earth? Find out in The Mice Who Freed the Elephants. There is a lion and a talking cave (yes, really) and singing donkey among other stories, each unique, each beautiful and each reminding us how wonderful it is share to stories.
These stories have been passed from one generation to another over thousands of years and now we can enjoy them too thanks to their reimagining by Nikita Gill in her Animal Tales from India. As she takes us back to a time when the world was fresh and new we can sit back and marvel at the cunning crocodiles, cunning monkeys, talkative tortoises and enjoy discovering their luscious worlds, with all their wonder. There are ten stories in the book and we can learn about the arrogance of The Blue Jackal who disregards all warnings believing the sea will not dare to do any harm to his family. Can he learn to be respectful to the natural world around him? Is it possible for an elephant and a mouse to be friends, one of the smallest and one of the largest animals on the earth? Find out in The Mice Who Freed the Elephants. There is a lion and a talking cave (yes, really) and singing donkey among other stories, each unique, each beautiful and each reminding us how wonderful it is share to stories.
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