4128 - Bhagat Singh
Author: Amar Chitra Katha
Description A selection of fables from the ancient Panchatantra, retold in comic-book form. The centerpiece story, "The Dullard," follows a boy who struggles academically but uses his commonsense to navigate tricky situations—often outsmarting his more learned peers. Other tales include animal fables that impart practical wisdom and cautionary lessons on behavior, greed, haste, and thoughtlessness Keywords Panchatantra The Dullard Animal fables Ancient Indian wisdom Common sense vs book smarts Social ethics (nīti) Practical morality Amar Chitra Katha Illustrated folklore Ideal for Young readers who enjoy moral stories Ages 7 and up (fits well in middle-school curricula) Readers interested in folklore, ethics, and life lessons Classroom, bedtime, or independent reading collections Age Group 8 – 14 years (but accessible and enjoyable for adults too) Theme Common sense over credentials – brains vs bookishness Ethical living – honesty, caution, wise conduct Fables and allegories – using animals to reflect human traits Consequences of greed, haste, and pride Timeless moral lessons in engaging form Tone Lighthearted & witty – playful storytelling with wise humor Didactic – each tale concludes with a clear moral Folkloric – retains the charm of ancient storytelling Satirical – gently mocks human folly and arrogance Accessible – simple language paired with colorful illustrations Book Type Single-issue illustrated comic (graphic story) Comic-panel storytelling with full-color art Issued as #585 in the Amar Chitra Katha series Length 32 pages