Anant Pai: Master Storyteller (Amar Chitra Katha)

Anant Pai: Master Storyteller (Amar Chitra Katha)
Author: Anant Pai
Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha
Total Pages: 36
Release: 2008-11-07
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 818482730X

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.

Stories from the Panchatantra

Stories from the Panchatantra
Author: Anant Pai
Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha Pvt Limited
Total Pages: 172
Release: 1998
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9788190599078

Includes the following titles: The Jackal and the War Drum, The Brahmin and the Goat, How the Jackal ate the Elephant, Crows and Owls , The Dullard and other Stories

Savitri

Savitri
Author: ANANT PAI
Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha Pvt Ltd
Total Pages: 35
Release: 1971-04-01
Genre: Comic books, strips, etc
ISBN: 8189999036

Even the merciless Lord Yama is charmed by Savitri. This gentle, beautiful princess is admired by gods and kings, the rich and the poor, the young and the old. But when the shadow of death hangs over her husband she is filled with courage spurred by her selfless love for him. She strives for a miracle – with amazing success!

Tansen

Tansen
Author: DOLLY RIZVI
Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha Pvt Ltd
Total Pages: 35
Release: 1971-04-01
Genre: Biographical comic books, strips, etc
ISBN: 8189999893

From imitating animal sounds to igniting a fire with his song, Tansen's genius was unmatched. His voice was so much in demand that wily patrons used it to gain political advantage. Such a talent could win loyal friends and a beautiful wife, but it could also make others viciously jealous. In Emperor Akbar's court, he was a jewel more precious than the diamonds and pearls that were showered on him and he remains to this day a shining symbol of classical Indian music.

Vivekananda

Vivekananda
Author: ANANT PAI
Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha Pvt Ltd
Total Pages: 36
Release: 1971-04-01
Genre: Biographical comic books, strips, etc
ISBN: 8189999389

He revived the Indian spirit that lay shackled by Western domination. He inspired his countrymen to be proud of their heritage. He urged them to be fearless. In his short life, and in the face of tremendous odds, he initiated a world-wide movement to uplift the human race, and opened the eyes of the West to the wonders of ancient Indian thought.

Hanuman

Hanuman
Author: ANANT PAI
Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha Pvt Ltd
Total Pages: 35
Release: 1971-04-01
Genre: Comic books, strips, etc
ISBN: 8189999249

The Indus Valley Adventure

The Indus Valley Adventure
Author: Reena Ittyerah Puri
Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha Pvt Ltd
Total Pages: 64
Release: 1971-04-01
Genre: Archaeology
ISBN: 818482937X

Vijay and Durga have no idea what they are in for when they accompany their amateur archaeologist grandfather to the excavation site of the Indus Valley civilization. Quite annoyed that they have to spend their holidays in a dusty dump they are hardly prepared for the amazing adventure that takes them back 3390 years to a world that they have only read about in their history books. An adventure that involves a clay whistle, a boy called Vala and his pet goat. Amar Chitra Katha presents a very special story that brings to life one of the most ancient civilizations of the world.

Raman Of Tenali

Raman Of Tenali
Author: KAMALA CHANDRAKANT
Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha Pvt Ltd
Total Pages: 35
Release: 1971-04-01
Genre: Children's literature, Indic (English)
ISBN: 8189999435

When the king saw a strapping lad astride the aged shoulders of his guru, he knew something was amiss. Soon he realised that, if young Raman was around, it was best to expect the unexpected. This village bumpkin was no fool-even the fiery goddess Kali had given in to his wiles. wheeding his way into the mighty vijayanagaa court, it was but a short step into the heart of King Krishnadeva Raya, who welcomed a laugh or to to lighten his busy day

Verghese Kurien

Verghese Kurien
Author: Nimmy Chacko
Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha Pvt Ltd
Total Pages: 32
Release: 1971-04-01
Genre: Biographical comic books, strips, etc
ISBN: 9350853868

When Verghese Kurien stepped down from the train and on to the dusty platform in Anand, Gujarat, on 13 May, 1949, little did he know that his life was going to change unimaginably. Waiting for him was not just his own destiny but that of thousands of small, marginalised farmers who, until then, had only known exploitation and deprivation. The story of Dr. Kurien is the story of Amul. It is the story of Operation Flood, the 'billion-liter idea' that set India on the top of the world map for milk production. A die-hard patriot, Kurien was committed to the co-operative cause. He put the milk industry in the hands of the farmers, believing firmly that with ownership would come responsibility and great success. And he was right. Amar Chitra Katha traces the story of the man who is known as the 'Father of the White Revolution'