4145 - Joymati
Author: Amar Chitra Katha
Description: Joymati recounts the tragic yet heroic tale of Joymoti Konwari, a 17th-century Ahom princess from Assam. Faced with brutal royal inquisitors demanding the whereabouts of her exiled husband, Prince Gadapani, she resolutely refused to reveal his location—even at the cost of her own life—thus enabling his eventual return and restoration to the throne. The narrative highlights themes of unwavering loyalty, personal sacrifice (tapasya), and the triumph of virtue over tyranny. Richly illustrated in Amar Chitra Katha’s engaging graphic style, the story brings Assam’s historical legacy to life for young audiences.   Keywords: Joymoti, Ahom princess, sacrifice, loyalty, Gadapani, Assam history, Amar Chitra Katha, fidelity, justice Ideal for: Young readers, enthusiasts of Indian regional history, readers exploring inspiring stories of moral courage and devotion Age: 10 and above Theme: Devotion, sacrifice, fidelity, resistance, righteous duty (dharma) Tone: Heroic, solemn, evocative Book Type: Comic book adaptation, historical-biographical graphic narrative Length: Approximately 30–34 pages.