{"product_id":"shantala-amar-chitra-katha","title":"Shantala (Amar Chitra Katha) by Gayatri Madan Dutt","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"10\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eShantala\u003c\/em\u003e (Amar Chitra Katha Vol. 818) by Gayatri Madan Dutt is a poignant graphic novel that delves into the life of Queen Shantala, the consort of King Vishnu Vardhana of the Hoysala dynasty.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eRaised as a Jain, Shantala upheld the principles of \u003cstrong data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"62\"\u003eahimsa\u003c\/strong\u003e (non-violence) and was deeply committed to peace and compassion.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIn contrast, her husband, driven by a singular ambition to liberate the Hoysala kingdom from Chalukya rule, engaged in relentless warfare, leading to widespread devastation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"22\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eGayatri Madan Dutt\u003c\/strong\u003e is an Indian writer celebrated for her contributions to the \u003cem data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"102\"\u003eAmar Chitra Katha\u003c\/em\u003e series. Her works often focus on historical and mythological figures, bringing their stories to life for young readers. Dutt's storytelling is characterized by its clarity and depth, making complex narratives accessible and engaging. Through her writings, she has played a significant role in introducing readers to India's rich cultural and historical tapestry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":43880355070209,"sku":"2S4K98TMP-Used","price":40.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/61HjXgKa5FL._SX365_BO1_204_203_200.jpg?v=1663671861","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/shantala-amar-chitra-katha","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}