Ancient Tales of Wit and Wisdom

Ancient Tales of Wit and Wisdom

Author: Anant Pai

Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha

Published: 1999-01-01

Total Pages: 166

ISBN-13: 8189999192

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Collection of the following titles: A Bag of Gold Coin, Choice of Friends, How Friends are Parted, Tiger and the Woodpecker, Friends and Foes.


Akbar and Birbal

Akbar and Birbal

Author: Amita Sarin

Publisher: Penguin UK

Published: 2016-06-17

Total Pages: 122

ISBN-13: 8184750064

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Mango trees are court witnesses Magical sticks identify thieves Birbal must take a trip to heaven The friendship between Emperor Akbar and his minister Birbal created history—and some delightful stories! The tales of Akbar and Birbal have been passed on from generation to generation, enthralling young and old listeners alike. This book brings together a selection of these stories, along with fascinating historical details about the Mughal court, the emperor and his witty courtier. With well-researched introductions to each aspect of Mughal life, Amita Sarin recreates Akbar’s court in all its grandeur and vitality. The stories in this collection are both amusing and thought-provoking, both historical and timeless.


Tales Of Wit And Wisdom

Tales Of Wit And Wisdom

Author: Christopher Baretto

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2021-03-25

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9354222668

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A kingdom's choicest fools gather at court, a young man makes a fortune from a dead mouse, a barber helps measure the earth with bullock carts and other such incredible tales of wit and wisdom. A delightful collection of stories of the witty Birbal from Akbar's court, Tenali Raman from Krishnadeva Raya's Vijaynagar Empire and Gopal Bhand from Raja Krishna Chandra's court in Bengal and many more! Adapted from the original AMAR CHITRA KATHA comics into a Chapter Book for the first time!


Lizard Tales

Lizard Tales

Author: Ron Shirley

Publisher: EME Press

Published: 2010-12-11

Total Pages: 181

ISBN-13: 0984295348

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Reality TV star Shirley shares the hard-learned life lessons he has accumulated over the years, filled with side-splitting humor and liberally sprinkled with the Ronisms that have become his trademark.


Tales of Wisdom and Wonder

Tales of Wisdom and Wonder

Author: Hugh Lupton

Publisher: Barefoot Books

Published: 2019-04

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781782853978

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A collection of seven tales from around the world featuring remarkable animals and extraordinary people reminding us of how vast and mysterious the world is and how our lives can be transformed in the most unexpected circumstances.


Vikram and Vetal

Vikram and Vetal

Author: Poile Sengupta

Publisher: Penguin Books India

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 9780143334989

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Age old stories of Vikram and Vetal. The tales are retold in a short story/novel way.


The Wit & Wisdom of Ratan Tata

The Wit & Wisdom of Ratan Tata

Author: Ratan Tata

Publisher: Hay House, Inc

Published: 2018-01-10

Total Pages: 452

ISBN-13: 9385827308

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In times of adversity, you have two choices — you can either steal yourself away from the situation or steel yourself up towards it. For Ratan Tata, the choice was made early on. To be given the reins to India’s largest business conglomerate can be extremely daunting. But Ratan Tata’s takeover as the chairman of the Tata group proved that what is already great can be made even better. His legacy has the innate power to inspire great leadership. His success can motivate any beyond words. But, if how the world sees you is a result of how well you communicate, Ratan Tata’s wisdom is unmatchable. This book contains his simplicity, his determination, his defining moments, his generosity, his learning curve, his humility and his intellectual curiosity. From a man who has lived his days redefining success, his experiences and learnings can brighten the light at the end of any entrepreneurial tunnel. If ever, on your journey of life, you need a little nudge, a push or a spark, this book will never fail to deliver. Not even for a nano second.


Oscar Wilde's Wit and Wisdom

Oscar Wilde's Wit and Wisdom

Author: Oscar Wilde

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-03-01

Total Pages: 67

ISBN-13: 0486111008

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Amusing, thought-provoking epigrams, aphorisms, and other jests from the plays, essays, and lively conversation of Oscar Wilde offer a feast of humorous and profound quips. Nearly 400 quotes.


Whiskers, Wit, and Wisdom

Whiskers, Wit, and Wisdom

Author: Niki Anderson

Publisher: Howard Books

Published: 2013-02-16

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781476738147

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This charming gift book is chock-full of endearing true stories about cats, and niki anderson makes spot-on observations about life based on these adorable furry tales. The beauty of God’s creation is evident in the lives of all of His creatures—and His wisdom is uniquely expressed in the delightful behaviors of the feline! A special bond naturally develops between cats and their owners, and we have so much to learn about living gracefully. In Whiskers, Wit, and Wisdom, Niki Anderson teaches us how to glean life lessons from our relationships with our cats. Cats do the funniest—and wisest—things! From being brazenly courageous to delightfully optimistic, sweetly loyal to having a fierce sense of honor, cats demonstrate that they have traits that most people only hope for. Clever elements sprinkle this cute volume, such as a “Purr-rayer,” a short prayer that reinforces the core message of an anecdote about a cat, “The Tail End,” brief lines which provide practical factual information that is both useful and fascinating, “Kitt Wit,” a humorous quip that enhances the story, and “Bio-note,” a few sentences that describe each cat’s owner. Whiskers, Wit, and Wisdom is a must-have volume for cat lovers that is sure to brighten their day and make them look at their cats in a whole new light!