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The Panchatantra is a collection of ancient Indian fables. Many-a-times, the central characters are animals and birds, who show their most identifying characteristics and impart valuable life-lessons and morals. In this book, read a fine selection of five tales of wisdom from the Panchatantra. Read about the foolish turtle who wouldnt listen to advice, the man who believed his goat was a dog, the silly camel who offered himself as food for the lion and more!

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