This masterpiece of Indian Literature contains the most widely known stories in the world. Infact, it is universally acknowledged as the best collection of stories known to civilized man. It is presented in an artistic form of wise and witty stories that has never failed to bring delight to millions of people.


Vishnu Sharma is traditionally credited as the author of the Panchatantra, an ancient Indian collection of interlinked animal fables in Sanskrit prose and verse. The Panchatantra is a foundational work in the field of storytelling, and its influence has spread globally through various translations and adaptations, influencing numerous literary traditions. The stories are framed within a narrative structure where a wise guru, Vishnu Sharma, uses these fables to teach young princes about practical wisdom and statecraft.
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