The Panchatantra: An Essential Classic by Vishnu Sharma - Paperback | 480 Pages | English

An Essential Classic of Indian Fables: HarperCollins presents "The Panchatantra," a timeless collection of ancient Indian fables by Vishnu Sharma. This celebrated work has instructed and entertained for centuries, offering practical counsel, satirical observations, and enduring human truths. Key Features:

• A collection of wise and witty ancient Indian fables.
• Features stories of animals like lions, foxes, elephants, mice, monkeys, and crocodiles.
• One of the world's most translated and imitated texts.
• Inspires storytellers across cultures and time.

Specifications:

• Author: Vishnu Sharma
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 480 pages
• Dimensions: 11.1 x 3.2 x 17.8 cm
• Weight: 250 g
• Publisher: William Collins
• Release Date: 10 September 2026
• ISBN 10: 0008742413
• ISBN 13: 978-0008742416
• EAN: 9780008742416

About the Book: Discover tales of the lion outwitted by a fox, the mercy shown to an elephant by mice, and the quick wit of a monkey escaping a crocodile. "The Panchatantra" is a foundational text in world literature, offering profound insights into human nature through engaging animal narratives.