Description
Jatak Tales: Stories of the Jackal is an Amar Chitra Katha collection inspired by the Buddhist Jataka tradition, presenting clever animal fables centered on the sly and shrewd jackal. Web sources identify it as Amar Chitra Katha #195, published by India Book House, with modern listings noting an English-language 32-page edition.
The cover features classic Amar Chitra Katha-style painted comic art, with the jackal presented as the focal figure in a lively folkloric scene. The artwork uses bright colors and expressive character design, giving it the vintage educational-comics appeal collectors associate with early Indian mythology and folklore issues.
Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha / India Book House | Issue: #195 | Pages: 32 | Language: English
Physical Condition
This copy has been carefully examined.
Grade: Good – visible wear and aging
Cover: Colorful with noticeable creases and some fading.
Spine: Significant wear with visible spine ticks and edge wear.
Corners: Worn
Interior Pages: Not visible in the provided image.
Overall: A classic edition with charming artwork, showing signs of age and handling.
Collector Details
- Publisher: Amar Chitra Katha / India Book House
- Characters: Jackal, Bodhisattva Gautama
- Sub-category: Folklore
- Language: English
Authenticity & Value
A desirable Amar Chitra Katha folklore issue, this edition appeals to collectors of classic Indian comics, Jataka adaptations, and vintage educational storytelling. Its identifiable issue number, traditional subject matter, and enduring popularity among ACK readers make it a meaningful collectible, especially for those building runs of early mythology and animal-fable titles.
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