Vikramaditya’s Throne
Vikramaditya’s Throne by Poile Sengupta is an illustrated edition published by Puffin Books in 2007, featuring 144 pages in English. This book presents a collection of enchanting tales centered around the legendary King Vikramaditya, as narrated by a mysterious stranger to a mother and daughter recovering from a recent trauma. The stories explore themes of bravery and kindness, showcasing Vikramaditya’s noble deeds and the lessons they impart.
Readers will find a blend of fantasy and magic as they delve into the adventures of Vikramaditya and the challenges faced by King Bhoja, who learns valuable lessons from the king’s tales. The narrative encourages reflection on the goodness in people and the relevance of these ancient stories in contemporary life. This edition is suitable for children aged 10 and above, making it a thoughtful addition to any young reader’s collection.
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An Ancient Throne Reveals Forgotten Tales Of The Bravest And Noblest Of Kings Vikramaditya
When Upa S Father Gets Kidnapped From The Tiny Village Where He Was Working, She And Her Mother Move To Her Great-Grandmother S House In A Small Town, To Recover From The Shock. There The Dejected And Worried Mother And Daughter Are Befriended By An Odd-Looking Stranger Who Insists On Telling Them Stories Of King Vikramaditya And His Long-Lost Throne.
Many Centuries After King Vikramaditya S Death, King Bhoja Unearthed His Magnificent Throne And Decided To Sit On It. But Each Time He Set Foot On It, A Statue Carved On Its Side Came Alive And Told Him A Story Of Vikramaditya S Kindness. The Statues Warned Bhoja That He Should Sit On The Throne Only If He Could Match Vikramaditya In His Deeds, And Each Time Bhoja Came Away Defeated. For Whether He Was Diving To The Bottom Of The Seas To Discover Fantastic Jewels Or Deflecting The Planet Saturn From Its Path In Order To Save His Kingdom, Or Simply Trying To Help A Miserable Cow Fallen Into A Ditch, There Was Never One To Match Vikramaditya In Courage And Generosity.
As Upa And Her Mother Listen To These Magical Stories They Begin To See The Goodness In The People Around Them And Recognize The Relevance Of The Tales Of King Vikramaditya In Their Lives Today. Funny Yet Thought-Provoking, Poile Sengupta S Retelling Of These Ancient Stories Makes Them Come Alive Like Never Before.
Age Group Of Target Audience: 10+
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