Amar Chitra Katha Vol. 576 The Mouse Merchant : Kannada

In this heartwarming Jataka tale, which predates the renowned English folktale of Dick Whittington by over a millennium, the story unfolds of a hero whose fortune is owed not to a cat, but to a mouse. Unlike Whittington, who famously rose to become the Lord Mayor of London three times thanks to his feline companion, this ancient narrative introduces us to the Mouse Merchant, the most successful entrepreneur of the Jataka period.

The tale reveals the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the Mouse Merchant, whose remarkable journey to prosperity begins with the humble aid of a mouse. Through cleverness and determination, the Mouse Merchant transforms his modest beginnings into a story of incredible success, embodying the timeless virtues of wit, perseverance, and entrepreneurial spirit.

Join the adventure of the Mouse Merchant, whose endearing and ingenious exploits capture the essence of ancient wisdom and the enduring allure of a well-told tale.