The Life of Chanakya: Classic Indian Stories

THE STORY OF CHANAKYA, THE BRILLIANT MIND WHO TRANSFORMED A COWHERD INTO AN EMPEROR AND BUILT THE MIGHTY MAURYAN EMPIRE!

Discover the extraordinary story of Chanakya, the brilliant mind who turned destiny on its head. Insulted and underestimated by Nanda king, King Dhanananda, this sharp-witted scholar, also known as Vishnugupta, made a bold vow-to replace a weak king with a ruler worthy of the throne.

From humble beginnings, he spotted potential in a young cowherd, Chandragupta, and with clever strategy, daring plans and unmatched wisdom, transformed him into the emperor of a mighty kingdom. This comic brings to life Chanakya, the scholar and politician, who always managed to be two steps ahead of his enemies. It follows a man who starts from nothing and details how he went on to write the ground-breaking Arthashastra, as well as lay the foundations of a kingdom that threatened even Alexander the Great. It’s the story of the strategist, teacher and thinker whose ideas shaped history.

Packed with thrilling schemes, clever manoeuvres and larger-than-life intelligence, each page of this comic book celebrates Chanakya’s genius, showing how one mind can change the fate of a nation. Richly illustrated and engagingly told, it’s a tale of brilliance, ambition and the power of intellect that inspires readers young and old.