4680 - The cowherd of Alawi and other Buddhist tales
Author: Amar Chitra Katha
A collection of gentle narratives featuring a humble cowherd named Alawi and other Buddha-created vignettes, each conveying moral teachings through simplicity and compassion. The stories illustrate core values such as treating others with respect, avoiding lobha (greed), practicing aparigraha (non‑possessiveness), embracing dayā (compassion), and aligning actions with dharma (righteous conduct). These tales, presented through vivid imagery, serve as serene reminders of ethical living in everyday life.  Keywords cowherd, Buddha’s wisdom, moral teaching (śikṣā), respect, greed (lobha), non‑possessiveness (aparigraha), compassion (dayā), righteousness (dharma) Ideal For Young readers and learners intrigued by illustrated Buddhist ethics, mindful storytelling, and simple yet profound life lessons presented in graphic form. Age Recommended for ages 8 to 12 years, though equally appealing to anyone seeking reflective, values‑oriented stories.   Theme Everyday ethical conduct, inner transformation, the renunciation of greed (aparigraha), compassionate behavior (dayā), and living harmoniously with moral principles. Tone Gentle, contemplative, uplifting, and serene—offering calm, narrative-driven reflections rather than action‑packed drama.  Book Type Comic book / graphic fable; part of the Amar Chitra Katha “Buddhist Tales” subset—issue number 671 in the broader Buddhist collection.  Length Approximately 32 pages.