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Better the sensible enemy than the foolish friend
The greed of a lion outwitted by a fox; the mercy shown to an elephant by a group of mice; the quick wit of the monkey who escapes a crocodile, the tragedy of the Brahmin and the mongoose… At once funny and wise, this celebrated collection of ancient Indian fables has instructed and entertained for centuries.
Sly jackals, gullible fish and clever crows abound in the Panchatantra, one of the world's most translated and imitated texts. Inspiring storytellers from medieval Europe to Bollywood, these timeless stories supply practical counsel, satirical observation and enduring human truths.
| ISBN: | 9780008742416 |
| Publication date: | 10th September 2026 |
| Author: | VisnuÔsarman |
| Publisher: | William Collins an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 240 pages |
| Series: | Collins Classics |
| Genres: |
Fiction: Traditional stories, myths and fairy tales Folklore studies / Study of myth (mythology) Shorter Reads Action Adventure |
HarperCollins is proud to present our range of timeless literary classics.Better the sensible enemy than the foolish friendThe greed of a lion outwitted by a fox; the mercy shown to an elephant by a group of mice; the quick wit of the monkey who escapes a crocodile, the tragedy of the Brahmin and the mongoose… At once funny and wise, this celebrated collection of ancient Indian fables has instructed and entertained for centuries.Sly jackals, gullible fish and clever crows abound in the Panchatantra, one of the world's most translated and imitated texts. Inspiring storytellers from medieval Europe to Bollywood, these timeless stories supply practical counsel, satirical observation and enduring human truths.
Panchatantra features in the following genres: Fiction: Traditional stories, myths and fairy tales, Folklore studies / Study of myth (mythology), Shorter Reads, Action Adventure
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Panchatantra was written by VisnuÔsarman and published by William Collins an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers
Panchatantra has 240 pages
Yes it is part of Collins Classics series
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