Ten lively stories about Emperor Akbar and his favourite courtier Birbal, that will delight every child. In the folk tradition of Akbar-Birbal stories, Birbal is known for his wit and wisdom. Both qualities are brought vividly in the exchanges between the great Mughal monarch and his irreverent and wise friend. Tapas Guha’s charming illustrations capture the humour of the stories and bring alive the medieval city of Fatehpur Sikri where Akbar and Birbal actually lived.

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