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Tales of Avvaiyaar

3889 - Tales of Avvaiyaar

Author: Amar Chitra Katha

Tales of Avvaiyar brings to life the stories and wisdom of Avvaiyar, the celebrated Tamil poetess and saint. Known for her simple yet profound verses, Avvaiyar’s tales emphasize virtues such as kindness, humility, and wisdom. The comic illustrates her interactions with kings, sages, and common folk, imparting moral lessons and promoting social harmony through engaging storytelling rooted in Tamil culture. Keywords: Avvaiyar, Tamil poetry, wisdom, kindness (dayā), humility (vinayam), morality (nīti), saint, folklore, Tamil culture Ideal for: Young readers, enthusiasts of Indian classical literature, students of Tamil heritage, and those interested in moral stories and poetry Age: 8 and above Theme: Virtue (sattva), wisdom (prajñā), humility (vinaya), social harmony (sāmājika samr̥ddhi), kindness (dayā) Tone: Gentle, instructive, uplifting Book Type: Comic book, biographical folklore Length: Approximately 32 pages.