
Book of Good Counsels - From the Sanskrit of the "Hitopadesa"
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The Hitopadesha is a collection of fables that impart wisdom and moral lessons through the stories of talking animals. The sage Vishnu Sharma tells these stories to the sons of King Sudarsana to teach them about life's complexities. The fables cover a wide range of topics, including friendship, loyalty, greed, and the importance of good character. The Hitopadesha is a valuable resource for anyone seeking guidance and wisdom in their own lives.Book Details
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Sir Edwin Arnold
England
Sir Edwin Arnold was an English poet and journalist, who is most known for his work The Light of Asia. Arnold was born at Gravesend, Kent, the second son of a Sussex magistrate, Robert Coles Arnold....
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