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This book consists of  interesting stories about Tenali Raman, the Vikatakavi (jester poet) in the court of king Krishnadeva Raya during his reign in South India. Each tale in this book reveals some or all facets of Tenali’s character-wit, wisdom and fair play. He was the favourite courtier of king Krishnadeva Raya, advising him in matters of the state along with being a poet by profession. These stories will teach valuable morals to children through humorous anecdotes.

Derived from the Buddhist compilation of stories related with the life and times of Lord Buddha, Jataka tales weave interesting plots through the highly dramatic adventures of their animal characters, human protagonists and the great Lord himself. They teach us that conflict can be resolved by non-violent and compassionate means. The lessons of Jataka tales are multiple and the stories are simple and easy. Jataka tales are for all those who love fine narratives about their fellow wise and not-so-wise beings.

This book encloses in its pages poignant stories with relevant moral messages for the young readers. The friendly people and vivacious animal characters in these stories help us to learn important life lessons through their own examples of success or defeat, selfless help or selfish vile and through the twists and turns in the situations that present themselves. There is a moral to every story with a positive lesson, told in a friendly, subtle way to touch the young hearts and tickle the curious minds.