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15 in 1 Legendary Rulers of India
India has seen the rise and fall of many empires and dynasties – from the golden age of the Guptas to the colonial rule of the British.These empires and their rulers shaped the identity of India. Legendary Rulers of India tells the stories of 15 men and women who led and protected their people with grit and determination.
2054
2054 is the first digital comic printed under the label “Phylaktera Comics” and it will bring to you the most amazing tales from a future as it once was imagined by artists like Kubert, Toth, Wolverton and many others. Hundreds of pages will be revived to give you the pleasure of an entertaining reading in a digital format that matches the experience of holding in your hands a hot off the press comic book from the 1950’s.
366 words in Bengaluru
“””Help your child learn new words and get to know our Bengaluru (Bangalore) all in one unique children’s book.
Are you teaching your child new words in English. Research suggests that learning words with accompanying pictures makes it faster and easier to remember new words. But what if the pictures are actual places in your very own city of Bengaluru. Learn 366 words and concepts through real landmarks, parks, places of work, festivals, culture, experiences and cuisine of Bengaluru. Along with new words you can also help your child discover the history of Bengaluru, how the city got its name, famous Indians from Bengaluru and learn from a fun colourful map of the city. General knowledge, activity, culture, history and travelogue all rolled into one!
Don’t be surprised if your child wants to start exploring Bengaluru with you to see the places in the book in real life.
This book is perfect for helping kids learn new words while busy with lots of activity that also adds to their general knowledge about Bengaluru.”
366 Words in Kolkata
“Help your child learn new words and get to know our Kolkata all in one unique children’s book. Are you teaching your child new words in English. Research suggests that learning words with accompanying pictures makes it faster and easier to remember new words. But what if the pictures are actual places in your very own city of Kolkata. Learn 366 words and concepts through real landmarks, parks, places of work, festivals, culture, experiences and cuisine of Kolkata. Along with new words you can also help your child discover the history of Kolkata, how the city got its name, famous Indians from Kolkata and learn from a fun colourful map of the city. General knowledge, activity, culture, history and travelogue all rolled into one! Don’t be surprised if your child wants to start exploring Kolkata with you to see the places in the book in real life. This book is perfect for helping kids learn new words while busy with lots of activity that also adds to their general knowledge about Kolkata.
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366 words in Mumbai
“Help your child learn new words and get to know Mumbai all in one unique children’s book.
Are you teaching your child new words in English. Research suggests that learning words with accompanying pictures makes it faster and easier to remember new words. But what if the pictures are actual places in your very own city of Mumbai. Learn 366 words and concepts through real landmarks, parks, places of work, festivals, culture, experiences and cuisine of Mumbai. Along with new words you can also help your child discover the history of Mumbai, how the city got its name, famous Indians from Mumbai and learn from a fun colourful map of the city. General knowledge, activity, culture, history and travelogue all rolled into one!
Don’t be surprised if your child wants to start exploring Mumbai with you to see the places in the book in real life.
This book is perfect for helping kids learn new words while busy with lots of activity that also adds to their general knowledge about Mumbai
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5-Minute Mickey Mouse Stories
Read along with Disney! Join everyone’s favorite mouse as he goes on all new adventures in these 5-minute tales! Follow along with word-for-word narration in this storybook; which is the perfect fit for bedtime; story time; or anytime!
A Bag Of Gold Coins
The precious bag contains the fruits of a lifetime of hard work. Thieves and scoundrels lay claim to it, but foolishness and downright dishonesty snatches their dream away. As these tales reveal, fate eventually favors only the honest. But before that, the bag of gold enjoys some strange adventures and seems to like only the kind-hearted.
A Nation Awakes
When Lord Curzon partitioned Bengal with the intention of weakening the people, it only served to unite them and strengthen their desire for freedom. The weapon they chose was ‘Swadeshi’ and the blow was aimed at European business interests. The movement spread and the cry ‘Vande Mataram’ resounded throughout the land. The movement caused a split in the National Congress. The moderates, who believed in continuing with petitions to the government parted ways with the extremists who believed in agitating for their rights. The period saw a spurt in revolutionary activities. Despite all differences the people continued the struggle till the partition of Bengal was annulled.
A Star Wars Rebels Cinestory Comic: Spark of Rebellion
Episodes 1-3 in cinestory comic format
A Whole New World
What if Aladdin had never found the lamp? This first book in the A Twisted Tale line will explore a dark and daring version of Disney’s Aladdin. When Jafar steals the Genie’s lamp; he uses his first two wishes to become sultan and the most powerful sorcerer in the world. Agrabah lives in fear; waiting for his third and final wish. To stop the power-mad ruler; Aladdin and the deposed princess Jasmine must unite the people of Agrabah in rebellion. But soon their fight for freedom threatens to tear the kingdom apart in a costly civil war. What happens next? AS treet Rat becomes a leader. A princess becomes a revolutionary. And readers will never look at the story of Aladdin in the same way again.
Abhimanyu
The Kauravas had made a fateful error. Lusting after their cousins’ kingdom, they underestimated young Abhimanyu’s determination and ability to defend it. Brilliantly distilled in this handsome and much-loved Pandava prince were his father Arjuna’s courage, Lord Krishna’s wisdom and the patience, strength and gentle humility of his uncles. Even as he thwarted his enemies’ ambitions, Abhimanyu earned their grudging admiration and a very special place in the saga of the Mahabharata.
Abhimanyu (Hindi)
The Kauravas had made a fateful error. Lusting after their cousin’s kingdom, they underestimated young Abhimanyu’s determination and ability to defend it. Brilliantly distilled in this handsome and much-loved Pandava prince were his father Arjuna’s courage, Lord Krishna’s wisdom and the patience and the strength and gentle humility of his uncles. Even as he thwarted his enemies’ ambitions’ Abhimanyu earned their grudging admiration and a very special place in the saga of the Mahabharata.
Activity Kid
The activity kids is all new kids magazine which fills in your pallet with colours and fun , the cute little penguen is coming to fill u kids with the snow,chilling your limbs and it gets you caught in the snow .You little lovely kids there now know why you need to listen to Mommy’s words.
Ajatashatru
Ajatashatru is ridden with guilt. What does a king do when, in a moment of misguided ambition, he orders the death of his own father? Ajatashatru wages war on his neighbors with brilliant new machines, expands his realm to make it a powerful empire and founds the new capital city of Pataliputra (modern Patna). But try as he might, he cannot shed his feelings of remorse and sorrow, until Gautama Bauddha shows him the way.
akabar-beerabal baavoopeepamak thadha
beerabal akabar ke navaratnon mein se ek tha. jab bhee baadashaah akabar ko darabaar mein koee pareshaanee hotee hai ya unake man mein koee majaak nahin hota hai to vah beerabal ke gyaan kee pareeksha lene ke lie usase koee savaal nahin poochhate the. har baar beerabal apanee buddhimatta aur taajajavaabee ke kaaran baadashaah kee pareeksha mein khara utarata tha. jabaki beerabal ke adhik lokapriy hone ke kaaran any darabaaree beerabal kaaphee jalate the. ve beerabal ko neecha dikhaane ka koee bhee mauka apane haath se jaane nahin dena chaahate the. prastut pustak akabar beerabal ke nok jhonk par aadhaarit aisee hee das chuninda kahaaniyon ka sangrah hai. aaj kee bagil, ubaoo aur tanaav bhara jeevan mein sabhee umr ke logon ke beech haas-parihaas ka ras gholane ke lie akabar beerabal ke kisse aapake saamane prasutat hai. baadashaah akabar ke darabaar mein beerabal ke samaan klastar aur gajajab koee doosara darabaaree nahin tha. pratyek kahaanee paathakon ka bharapoor manoranjan karane ke saath unaka gyaanavardhan bhee karata hai.
Akbar
Illustrated Story Book for Children on Great Personalities – Abu’l-Fath Jalal ud-din Muhammad Akbar, popularly known as Akbar I and later Akbar the Great, was Mughal Emperor from 1556 until his death. He was the third and one of the greatest rulers of the Mughal Dynasty in India.
Akbar – The Great (Amar Chitra Katha)
He was a child, who only wanted to ride elephants and hunt tigers. Crowned emperor of Hindustan at the age of 13, he was mature enough to choose his friends carefully. Enemies and dangerous courtiers, on the other hand, were dispatched mercilessly. For his courage and generosity, his love of the arts and universal justice, history gave Jalaluddin Muhammad Akbar an enduring label – ‘Akbar the Great’.
Akbar-Birbal Combined
Akbar and Birbal stories have been popular throughout the ages for their entertainment value. Who doesn’t like Birbal? His awesome yet light-hearted funny tales related with Emperor Akbar are famous throughout the Indian subcontinent. This compilation presents absorbing fun and frolic happenings between the two legendary figures. Each story depicts ready-wittedness of Birbal in outwitting Akbar’s intelligence the humorous way. The author has presented the short stories in a very precise and age-specific manner; using plain and clear language for children to understand even without parents’ involvement. The book with all its specialties and necessary colour pictures is worth absolute read.
This book is strongly recommended for all school going children.
Akbar-Birbal Story
Akbar and Birbal stories have been popular for entertaining readers/people for long. Who doesn’t know Birbal? His awesome yet light-hearted funny tales are famous throughout the Indian subcontinent. This compilation presents funny and frolic happenings between the two legendary. Each story depicts quick wittedness of Birbal in outwitting Akbar’s intelligence in the humorous way. The author has presented short stories in a precise and age-specific manner using plain and clear language for children to understand even without parents’ involvement. The book with all its features and necessary colour pictures is worth reading.
This book is strongly recommended for all school going children.
Akbar-Birbal Tales
Akbar and Birbal stories have been popular for entertaining readers/people for long. Who doesn’t know Birbal? His awesome yet light-hearted funny tales are famous throughout the Indian subcontinent. This compilation presents funny and frolic happenings between the two legendary. Each story depicts quick wittedness of Birbal in outwitting Akbar’s intelligence in the humorous way. The author has presented short stories in a precise and age-specific manner using plain and clear language for children to understand even without parents’ involvement. The book with all its features and necessary colour pictures is worth reading.
This book is strongly recommended for all school going children.
Akbar-Birbal Volume 1
Akbar and Birbal stories have been popular throughout the ages for their entertainment value. Who doesn’t like Birbal? His awesome yet light-hearted funny tales related with Emperor Akbar are famous throughout the Indian subcontinent. This compilation presents absorbing fun and frolic happenings between the two legendary figures. Each story depicts ready-wittedness of Birbal in outwitting Akbar’s intelligence the humorous way. The author has presented the short stories in a very precise and age-specific manner; using plain and clear language for children to understand even without parents’ involvement. The book with all its specialties and necessary colour pictures is worth absolute read.
This book is strongly recommended for all school going children.
Akbar-Birbal Volume 2
Akbar and Birbal stories have been popular throughout the ages for their entertainment value. Who doesn’t like Birbal? His awesome yet light-hearted funny tales related with Emperor Akbar are famous throughout the Indian subcontinent. This compilation presents absorbing fun and frolic happenings between the two legendary figures. Each story depicts ready-wittedness of Birbal in outwitting Akbar’s intelligence the humorous way. The author has presented the short stories in a very precise and age-specific manner; using plain and clear language for children to understand even without parents’ involvement. The book with all its specialties and necessary colour pictures is worth absolute read.
This book is strongly recommended for all school going children.
Akbar-Birbal Volume 3
Akbar and Birbal stories have been popular throughout the ages for their entertainment value. Who doesn’t like Birbal? His awesome yet light-hearted funny tales related with Emperor Akbar are famous throughout the Indian subcontinent. This compilation presents absorbing fun and frolic happenings between the two legendary figures. Each story depicts ready-wittedness of Birbal in outwitting Akbar’s intelligence the humorous way. The author has presented the short stories in a very precise and age-specific manner; using plain and clear language for children to understand even without parents’ involvement. The book with all its specialties and necessary colour pictures is worth absolute read.
This book is strongly recommended for all school going children.
Akbar’s disguise & The Parrot
An Illustrated Children Story Book on Akbar and Birbal- Akbar Birbal stories are an integral part of rich Indian heritage. These are the most popular stories among all age groups that inculcate moral values and virtues. This collection of stories is based on the relationship shared between Akbar and Biral. Akbar was an illiterate king who ruled the Mughal Empire between 1542 and 1605 and Birbal was one among the learned people whom Akbar had invited to his court. After the two met at the court they exchanged wisdom and sentiments with each other that was later compiled to fascinating stories that imparted a moral.
Akber-Birbal Ki Kahani
beerabal akabar ke navaratnon mein se ek tha. jab bhee baadashaah akabar ko darabaar mein koee pareshaanee hotee hai ya unake man mein koee majaak nahin hota hai to vah beerabal ke gyaan kee pareeksha lene ke lie usase koee savaal nahin poochhate the. har baar beerabal apanee buddhimatta aur taajajavaabee ke kaaran baadashaah kee pareeksha mein khara utarata tha. jabaki beerabal ke adhik lokapriy hone ke kaaran any darabaaree beerabal se kaaphee eershya karate the. ve beerabal ko neecha dikhaane ka koee bhee mauka apane haath se jaane nahin dena chaahate the. prastut pustak akabar beerabal ke nok jhonk par aadhaarit aisee hee pandrah chuninda kahaaniyon ka sankalan hai. aaj kee aandil, ubaoo aur tanaav bharee zindagee mein sabhee umr ke logon ke beech haas-parihaas ka ras gholane ke lie akabar beerabal kee kahaanee aapake saamane prasutat hai. baadashaah akabar ke darabaar mein beerabal ke samaan klastar aur gajajab koee doosara darabaaree nahin tha. pratyek kahaanee paathakon ka bharapoor manoranjan karane ke saath unaka gyaanavardhan bhee karata hai.
Akber-Birbal Ki Katha
beerabal akabar ke navaratnon mein se ek tha. jab bhee baadashaah akabar ko darabaar mein koee pareshaanee hotee hai ya unake man mein koee majaak nahin hota hai to vah beerabal ke gyaan kee pareeksha lene ke lie usase koee savaal nahin poochhate the. har baar beerabal apanee buddhimatta aur taajajavaabee ke kaaran baadashaah kee pareeksha mein khara utarata tha. jabaki beerabal ke adhik lokapriy hone ke kaaran any darabaaree beerabal se kaaphee eershya karate the. ve beerabal ko neecha dikhaane ka koee bhee mauka apane haath se jaane nahin dena chaahate the. prastut pustak akabar beerabal ke nok jhonk par aadhaarit aisee hee pandrah chuninda kahaaniyon ka sankalan hai. aaj kee aandil, ubaoo aur tanaav bharee zindagee mein sabhee umr ke logon ke beech haas-parihaas ka ras gholane ke lie akabar beerabal kee kahaanee aapake saamane prasutat hai. baadashaah akabar ke darabaar mein beerabal ke samaan klastar aur gajajab koee doosara darabaaree nahin tha. pratyek kahaanee paathakon ka bharapoor manoranjan karane ke saath unaka gyaanavardhan bhee karata hai.
Aladin and Magical lamp
Aladdin was the son of a poor tailor. One day a magician came to Aladdin’s house. He was a wicked man and by telling lies he took Aladdin with him. The magician locked Aladdin in a cave. But Aladdin luckily found a magic lamp inside the cave. The magician came to know about it and he was after the magic lamp. He decided to kill Aladdin and snatch the lamp from him. Now what happened to Aladdin and his magic lamp? Here is the world famous story in the form of a comic .A story full of wonders…
Albert Einstein
When Albert Einstein was a very young boy, his teachers and his father despaired about his apparent lack of interest in studies. To top it he had speech difficulties and was vague and inattentive. Albert hated the kind of rote learning he was obliged to do in school, memorizing dates and texts. But as he grew older, it became clear that Albert was no ordinary person. 1905 is often termed his ‘miracle year’, the year he published not one but four entirely new papers, on four completely different topics.
Alias:Elisa
Deep inside the jungles of Colombia, a young guerrilla rebel turns rogue in an effort to avenge her tortured past and free a people from the grips of war. An introductory book showcasing characters and plot points. Written by Andrew Vannata with art by Chadwick Coleman (“Faxia Preta”) and Antonio J. Rojo (“JFH: Justice For Hire”).
Amar Chitra Katha
Amar Chitra Katha announces the launch of its “Treasures of India” subscription programme across India and worldwide. Our unique subscription programme makes it possible for every Indian family to access and read hundreds of exciting stories in the comfort of their homes.
The subscription offers 3 select Amar Chitra Katha titles every month. These titles, handpicked by the editor, include a wide-ranging mix of stories from the epics and the Puranas, from the wisdom of the Panchatantra, the Jataka, the Hitopadesha and the Kathasaritasagara, from the best of Indian classical literature and from the exciting pages of Indian history
Amar Singh Rathor
Amar Singh Rathor was a commander in the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan’s army. The emperor held him in great esteem and valued his service. But once when Shah Jahan was tricked into imposing a heavy fine on the Rajput by jealous and scheming courtiers, Amar Singh was furious and defiant. In the ensuing battle for honor, the Rajput fought bravely and escaped but was killed by his treacherous brother-in-law. His body was, however, retrieved from the emperor’s custody by two comrades and cremated with due respect.
Ammar عمار
مجلة عمار، مجلة موجهة للقراء الصغار حتى عمر 14 سنة، ومعها ملحق (عمار الصغير) لأطفال ما قبل المدرسة، تصدر المجلة أول كل شهر من مملكة السويد، وتحوي العديد من القصص المصورة المرحة والتسالي والمعلومات والأنشطة والمهارات، ومع كل عدد مسابقات وجوائز لأحبابنا الصغار.
Amrut Manthan (Hindi)
The three worlds of the universe were reeling from shock: the asuras had taken control! Even the plants were withering away. Only the great Lord Vishnu could make tHings right again. He got both devas and asuras to churn up life-giving nectar from the ocean of milk and then ensured that the asuras were kept away from this gift of immortality.
Ananda Math
This collection of Buddhist tales tell of Amrapali, an accomplished dancer who commanded the love and admiration of an entire town and of Upagupta, who was just a poor monk. Amrapali craved peace, Upagupta’s bearing exuded contentment. Amrapali depended on the adulation of her audience, Upagupta spurned the attentions of the rich and famous. Their stories were different, but the Buddha’s wise teachings linked their lives and the lessons to be learned from them.
Anant Pai
Anant Pai strode the Indian comics industry like a colossus. Using the comics format he told stories from mythology, history and literature to generations of children. Uncle Pai, as he was known, wanted Indian children to be familiar with their heritage. He believed that it helped build self-esteem and confidence. He also wanted to bring the children of this country together through stories. A chemical engineer by profession, Anant Pai gave up his job to follow his dream, a dream that led to the creation of Amar Chitra Katha and Tinkle. Amar Chitra Katha pays tribute to its creator and traces the story of the man who left behind a legacy of learning and laughter.
Anarchy
ANARCHY is the alter-ego of Adriana Katsumoto, an young woman who decides to fight for good in a world where corruption runs rampant, and conspiracy and distrust are the main products of power.
Ancient Kings of India: 5 in 1 (Amar Chitra Katha)
In ancient times, India was ruled by many valiant kings. These kings went down in history and folklore, famed for their warcraft, their generosity and their sense of justice. Vikramaditya’s Gupta Empire is known for its scholars and poets, while Shalivahana is credited with establishing the Saka calendar still in use in much of the country. Lalitaditya was a king of Kashmir. He was a keen builder as well as a warrior who conquered most of North India and parts of Central Asia. Bimbisara was the first ruler of the powerful Magadha Empire. Buddhist and Jain texts each claim him as a follower, as a contemporary and disciple of Buddha and Mahavira, respectively. He was succeeded by his son Ajatashatru, who while first opposed to Buddha, soon became an eager devotee. This collection brings together some of the best-loved and most powerful of India’s ancient rulers.
Ancient Tales of Wit and Wisdom
Ancient Tales of Wit and Wisdom (5 in 1) is a collection of five books published by Amar Chitra Katha, the well known Indian publisher of comics for children.Ancient Tales of Wit and Wisdom (5 in 1), composed by Anant Pai, is a collection some of the most famous folktales of India. The stories included in the book are A Bag of Gold Coins, Choice of Friends, How Friends are Parted, The Tiger and Woodpecker, and Friend and Foes. The tales in this collection are taken from varied sources including The Hitopadesha, The Mahabharata, and the Persian version of The Panchatantra. The humorous story of The Tiger and the Woodpecker is taken from the Keyurabahu Charitramu written by the Telugu poet Manchana. Children will have something good to learn from all the stories included in the book. The book is packed with beautiful and colorful illustrations, which will make it an interesting read for children.
Andhaka
Blind and preposterously ugly, Andhaka’s life was yet filled with love. Then Lord Brahma gave him eyes and beauty and he became a proud tyrant who refused to see the truth. But Andhaka was the son of Shiva, after all and even Indra, Vishnu and Brahma wished him no harm. Eventually, it was Shiva’s firm hand that led him back to happiness.
Andher Nagari
A disciple walks into a town where sweets and vegetables cost the same amount of money. Thrilled at being able to eat sweets so cheaply, he decides to stay there, ignoring his guru’s warnings. Bharatendu Harishchandra is one of the greatest playwrights in Hindi and Andher Nagari, written in 1881, is his masterpiece. Harishchandra’s vision of a kingdom so ill-run that it is effectively blind to injustice remains a powerful image even today and the phrase ‘andher nagari chaupat raja’ (in the city of darkness, the king is insane) has passed into popular usage.
Andher Nagari and Other Stories: 5 in 1
Amar Chitra Katha has traditionally been introducing generations of children to India’s rich cultural, religious, and literary heritage. Besides the popular tales from the epics, the comic book series has also brought out issues featuring stories from the rich literature of the various linguistic region of the country. Andher Nagari And Other Stories: 5 In 1 (Amar Chitra Katha) features a collection of five stories. They are from Hindi literature, from a collection of humorous stories by author John Dorairaj, and from the Sanskrit Classic, Katha Sarit Sagara. These enchanting and clever tales are presented in attractive comic book format.
Angry Maushi
Angry Maushi finally gets her own comic! Our society’s answer to corrupt politicians, fakers, bad comics and a whole bunch of other crap! Grab something soon….’coz this is going to be a rough ride!
Angulimala
The bandit wore a gruesome garland of fingers of the men he had killed. As his garland of fingers grew longer strong men cowered in fright. The bandit was invincible – until he met a gentle monk – Buddha. Thus darkness came face to face with light and at last the restless bandit found peace.
Anime Cult
The magazine dedicated to Japanese animation and comics
La rivista dedicata all’animazione e ai fumetti giapponesi
Anmol Kahaniyan
“This book Folk Tales for Children makes a strong case that well-chosen stories give children good role models and increase their empathy for others. It doesn’t just hand children simplistic moral precepts, but give them the opportunity to think about and discuss moral choices.
Folk Tales for Children is a compilation of 50 one-page short stories for children. Language used is elementary and simple. Each story comes with a caricature type illustration in black & white to retain interest of young readers. The moral at the end of the story summaries precisely what the child is supposed to learn!
These stories educate children about a family, tradition, ethos, social mores or share cultural insight or a combination of all these. Thoughtful stories not only provide enjoyment, they also shape and influence lives of children.
We have published following books in this series:
• Legendary Tales for Children
• Jungle Tales for Children
• Folk Tales for Children
• Interesting Tales for Children
• Ramayana Tales for Children
These books don’t offer theoretical moral values or claim to preach to children. They show the way!!
Anthem of Words
iNTELLYJELLY believes in the power of a good story to take us to new places, spark our minds, and change our lives. That’s why it has launched Budding Writers’ Series, to find the best and brightest writing from young authors across the country.
Understanding the importance of providing a platform to young writers , Intellyjelly under its Budding Writers Series has invited children to send in their original works, with the promise that if the work is good, it will be published in a book. If you are in any grade in school, whether you have already written many short stories or are considering writing one for the first time, we want to read your work!
From the house of iNTELLYJELLY comes Anthem of Words, an anthology of short stories, poems , articles and art work written by children for children. This unique anthology of short stories includes a great mix of time travel, animal stories, and a touch of the supernatural with the stories and poems covering values, science fiction, humor , mystery and much more.
Anti Social Networking
Anti Social Networking is part of Studio Kokaachi’s MIXTAPE VOL. 2 – an anthology of short comics by Indian writers and artists.
Anwar’s Adventures
Our little Tinkle Toon who always manages to stump his elders is here to make you laugh in Anwar’s Adventures. Find out what he does when he is told to take care of his teeth. Watch him try to trick his way into getting an ice cream for dinner. Learn how to make the best of chicken-pox, Anwar style. Get inspired by his idea to save energy. And finally, find out how he jumps over the sun to win a challenge.
Aranya Kand
Banished from Ayodhya for 14 years, Prince Rama, his wife, Sita and brother Lakshmana, wander through the Dandaka forest trying to find a place where they can settle down. They meet many sages and holy men who welcome them and guide them on their way. the sages tell Rama that they are plagued by demons and ogres who destroy their houses, wreck their rituals and prayers and have even killed many of them. They ask him to protect them since, even though in exile, he is their king Sure enough the three encounter the invincible Viradha and then the dangerous Suparnakha Both are defeated, but Suparnakha is no ordinary demoness. She is the sister of Ravana.