Hitopadesa; or The book of good counsel. Translated from the Sanskrit text by B. Hale-Wortham

<p><i>Hitopadesa; or The Book of Good Counsel</i> translated from the original Sanskrit by B. Hale-Wortham is a collection of interrelated animal fables offering moral and ethical guidance. Rooted in ancient Indian tradition these stories impart wisdom on statecraft practical affairs and virtuous living through engaging narratives featuring a diverse cast of characters. This early 20th-century translation seeks to make the rich tapestry of Sanskrit storytelling accessible to a wider audience. Hitopadesa stands as a timeless guide to navigating the complexities of human relationships and societal harmony presented through the charming and instructive medium of traditional Indian folklore.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p><br>