Short & Shorter Stories is a lovely pictorial collection of stories
curated vastly from the Indian subcontinent. From Indian folk tales of
Bengal and Rajasthan, to folk tales of Kashmir and Burma, the book
provides a delightful glimpse into the rich, distinct and ancient
cultural heritages of diverse regions. It also has some wonderful
stories from around the world from China and Africa. This wonderfully
illustrated book will engage all with its stories of vice, virtue,
honour and compassion. From tales of wit and courage, trickery and
cunning, to stories of friendship and morals, the book shares a range of
fascinating fables among children and young readers. Enjoy as you read
through tales of the clever and learned Tenali Raman or those of the
witty and sharp Gopal Bhand. Short & Shorter Stories is a quick, fun
read with stories that will make you laugh, think, and inspire, while
some will kindle your imagination. Delve into this treasure-trove of
tales for endless joy and learning. All the stories presented in this
volume have been sourced from the archives of Amrita Bharati, media wing
of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan whose founder was Kulapati Munshi, a prolific
writer and champion of Indian culture and traditions. The stories have
been penned by Luis Fernandes, former editor (2007-11) of Tinkle comics.
He is also the author of several Amar Chitra Katha titles and an offbeat
children's book, The Guest Who Came to Dinner published by Ratna Sagar
in 1995. The illustrations are done by veteran artist Gautam Sen.
