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Discover a world of wonder, wisdom, and friendship in this illustrated gift book of ancient Indian fables, retold by bestselling poet Nikita Gill. 

"Great read-aloud enjoyment to be had for families."--The Wall Street Journal

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, Nikita Gill reimagines them with warmth and wit, as Chaaya Prabhat brings animals to life in vibrant artwork on every page.

Featuring high-end finishes, including a foil-inlaid cloth binding, textured jacket, and ribbon bookmark, Animal Tales from India is a timeless gift book for every child to enjoy and treasure. Listen to the free Stories Aloud audiobook-- just scan the QR code on the back cover to hear the story read by author Nikita Gill!

Meet cunning crocodiles and talkative tortoises, and join the adventure as they speak out, help others, and find courage!

Also available in the Nosy Crow Classics series:

  • The Wind in the Willows
  • Anne of Green Gables


Author: Nikita Gill
Publisher: Nosy Crow
Published: 05/07/2024
Pages: 96
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.80lbs
Size: 10.50h x 9.60w x 0.80d
ISBN: 9798887770642
Audience: Ages 9-12


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 06/14/2024 pg. 1

About the Author
Nikita Gill is an Irish-Indian poet and playwright with a worldwide fan base. She has written seven collections of poetry, including, for young adults, These Are the Words. Nikita has been shortlisted for the Goodreads Choice Award for Poetry multiple times and nominated for the Yoto Carnegie Medal. Animal Tales from India, stories from the Panchatantra shared with her by her grandmother, is her first book for younger readers. She lives in Hampshire, England.

Chaaya Prabhat is an award-winning illustrator and lettering artist and has illustrated many picture books, both here and in the UK. As a child, she loved to read and listen to the stories from the Panchatantra. Chaaya began drawing from an early age, inspired by the beautiful colors, animals, and people around her in Chennai, India, where she grew up. Chaaya now lives and works in Goa, India.

Animal Tales from India: Ten Stories from the Panchatantra

SKU: 9798887770642
$19.99Price
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