Animal Tales from India: Ten Stories from the Panchatantra - (Nosy Crow Classics) by Nikita Gill (Hardcover)

About the Book

"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, 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 on every page by Chaaya Prabhat, 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"--

Book Synopsis

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

Review Quotes

"Stunning illustrations of expressive animals fill beautiful spreads, with the text smartly placed in the landscape's negative space...They're expertly narrated and have fun, engaging sound effects." (Starred) --Allison Tran, School Library Journal

"Nikita Gill supplies a sparkling retelling of 10 stories [from the Panchatantra], vividly illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat... Great read-aloud enjoyment to be had for families."

--Meghan Cox Gurdon, The Wall Street Journal

About the Author

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