4140 - The Adventures of Pratapan
Author: Amar Chitra Katha
Description: The Adventures of Pratapan is an engaging comic book adaptation from the Amar Chitra Katha series, based on the landmark Tamil novel Prathapa Mudaliar Charitram (1879) by Mayuram Vedanayakam Pillai, which is recognized as the first modern Tamil novel  . The story follows the spirited hero Pratapan and his beloved Jnanam, whose mutual affection faces challenges due to feuding fathers. When Jnanam goes missing, Pratapan embarks on a thrilling quest filled with twists and surprises that ultimately lead to a poignant resolution . Keywords: Pratapan, Jnanam, adventure, separation and reunion, Tamil novel adaptation, Amar Chitra Katha, secular themes, women’s emancipation Ideal for: Young readers, lovers of Indian literary adaptations, fans of classic comic storytelling, and anyone interested in stories with strong female characters and cultural significance Age: 10 and above Theme: Love, conflict, perseverance, adventure, emancipation, reunion Tone: Dramatic, adventurous, heartfelt Book Type: Comic book adaptation, literary classic in graphic form Length: Ranges from medium-length typically 30–40 pages.