That morning, like every other day, he woke up, had his breakfast, got dressed up for work and left. But that evening, instead of returning home, he boarded a train to take him away from all his daily certainties—the people he loved and from the wealth he owned. Leaving behind a million-dollar business, his favourite Porsche, this chess champion, and sought-after motivational speaker, with no warning and no intimation to his family, simply walked away from it all at the age of 21. Did he k...

Priyanka lived with her grandmother who lived in a large house with a lot of sad memories. Muthashi was angry with the world and was hard on Priyanka who always seemed to be about doing things to annoy her. Then Priyanka found a friend: a turtle who gave her all the love she was craving for. But Keertivarman the turtle fell ill and Priyanka had to make a decision.

Folktales form a vital part of every culture around the world. They play their part in preserving the essence of the culture and often contain hidden morals. They give us a glimpse into the life, values and ideals of a country and suddenly the country becomes no stranger to us. Fleeting moments of happiness, momentary sadness and a lot of love, Matsuyama’s life is no different from our own. The stonecutter’s story is a journey of learning the most important truth—the best thing to be is yo...

Sethu hated the world. In a sudden turn of events he lost his father and the home he lived. He and his mother took shelter in an uncle’s home where Sethu expressed his loss through destruction and senseless mischief. Then one day he met a girl who told him it that smiling was magical. Sethu decides to smile and see for himself if smiling indeed worked wonders she promised.

Sethu hated the world. In a sudden turn of events he lost his father and the home he lived. He and his mother took shelter in an uncle’s home where Sethu expressed his loss through destruction and senseless mischief. Then one day he met a girl who told him it that smiling was magical. Sethu decides to smile and see for himself if smiling indeed worked wonders she promised.

All Lakshmi can think is of herself and her magic stone. Then one day when her lie has been found out by her younger cousin, Lakshmi runs away in anger—only to get lost in the forest. Even worse, she sprains her ankle and finds herself at the mercy of Prandaan-Pishashe who the children have been teasing unmercifully. What happens to Lakshmi that day in the forest is the story.

Folktales form a vital part of every culture around the world. They play their part in preserving the essence of the culture and often contain hidden morals. They give us a glimpse into the life, values and ideals of a country and suddenly the country becomes no stranger to us.The magical sparrow pays back in his own way for the help and the hurt that he receives. Two frogs, bored and in search of an adventure, set out to explore whole new lands. And Visu the woodsman learns a very valuabl...

"The kingdom of heaven is like electricity. You don't see it. It is within you." Veda Vyasa, Valmiki, Patanjali, and Ramana had one thing in common. Other than the fact that they were learned men from India, the other thing that bound them all was the word 'Maharishi'. Maharishi, a title bestowed upon by some of the greatest sages from ancient India, was also given to one more learned but more contemporary of Indian sages. It was a tiny little man who took the west by storm and impressed t...

Krishna, the only child of his parents, is ignored by his father because he seems slow-witted. The entire village also pities the boy who learns to live in shadows. Then Krishna’s father brings home a batch of ducks and Krishna blooms. He has new friends and new responsibilities. Everyone starts to notice the change in Krishna. Everyone, except one person.

Damu lived in a fantasy world where everything he did was transformed into an adventure in his head. The only problem was that it was difficult to get Damu to do much, not even buying oil from a shop. Naushad the old fisherman had watched Damu and remembers what it was to be young. He joins Damu with his father and uncle one fishing trip and shows everyone why it is sometimes important to remain a child.

"Life on this planet, every single living being is leading towards happiness. Happiness for themselves, for their loved ones and for everything around them. But the most interesting thing about happiness is when a member of your family is unhappy. If a family member is unhappy the neighbourhood is unhappy. If the neighbourhood is unhappy, the city, the state, the country is unhappy and the chain goes on. So, how is it possible for an individual to be happy?" The person saying these simple ...

Fabulous Fables from IndiaThe most annoying ant who heckled animals far bigger than himself...A quick-thinking wife who cleverly got rid of unwanted guests...A great architect who invented and constructed something to save himself and his family...Step right into this fascinating collection of fables from different parts of India that is sure to make you chuckle!Adapted from the original Amar Chitra Katha comics.***...