Sampati was an old eagle. He lived alone on a rock on the southern seashore. One day, he noticed that the beach was crowded with monkeys. He asked the monkeys what had brought them to the seashore. Where were they from? Jambuvan, an elderly bear, spoke, “Rama, the prince of Ayodhya was living in the forest with his wife, Sita, and brother, Lakshmana. When the two brothers were...............

This is the first pictorial biography of Gandhi in which the narrative-concise, readable and incisive is illustrated with contemporary photographs and facsimiles of letters, newspaper reports and cartoons, adding up to a fascinating flash-back on the life of Mahatma Gandhi and the struggle for Indian freedom led by him. There is a skilful matching in this book of text and illustrations, of description and analysis and of concrete detail and large perspective. This pictorial biography will revive many memories in those who have lived through the Gandhian era; it should also be of interest to the post-independence generation.

To The Reader I would like to say to the diligent reader of my writings and to others who are interested in them that I am not at all concerned with appearing to be consistent. In my search after Truth I have discarded many ideas and learnt many new things. Old as I am in age, I have no feeling that I have ceased to grow inwardly or that my growth will stop at the dissolution of the flesh. What I am concerned, with is my readiness to obey the call of Truth, my God, from moment to moment, and, therefore, when anybody finds any inconsistency between any two writings of mine, if he has still faith in my sanity, lie would do well to choose the later of the two on the same subject. M. K. GANDHI Harijan, 29-4-'33, P. 2

India is well-known for its rich culture, traditions, mythological stories, and religious diversity worldwide. Stories like Ramayana are prevalent in the sensibilities of Indian people and play a vital role in preaching the overall ideal way of living in the world. It is an epic that strengthens the importance of brotherhood, sacrifices for loved ones, a sense of righteousness, culture, humbleness, and simple living with a touch of sacredness. Ramayana is much more than a mythological tale that teaches us about our heritage and some of history’s most significant events. Children should be taught these stories from an early age since it helps them understand Indian history much better. The Ramayana story in English is taught in many elementary schools as part of the curriculum. The Ramayana’s full story is of prince Rama’s journey with the help of an army of monkeys to rescue his beloved wife, Sita, from the hands of the great monarch of Lanka, Ravana. Learn more by reading ahead.