Bala Basava (Volume 2): ಲಯಬದ್ಧವಾದ ಹಳೆಯ ಕನ್ನŃ [Kannada]

By Pramod Chinnapla

What happens when children learn to think clearly, speak honestly, and act responsibly?

When work is done with sincerity?

When values guide everyday choices?

Bala Basava Vachana Comics - Volume 2 takes young readers deeper into the teachings of Jagadguru Basavanna, the 12th-century philosopher and social reformer who created the Anubhava Mantapa, often considered one of the world's earliest democratic forums-centuries before the Magna Carta. His vachanas teach equality, dignity of work, and the power of right thought, word, and action.

Through warm stories of Bala Basava and his friends, children explore humility, compassion, honest work, and the idea that work itself is worship. Simple moments-sharing food, speaking truthfully, learning from a Guru-connect Basavanna's wisdom to everyday life.

Written in simple Kannada and English, and enhanced with scan-to-listen audio-visual experiences, the book speaks to digital-age children while grounding them in timeless values.

This volume is part of a 10-book Bala Basava series covering 100 vachanas, helping children build future-ready skills, ethical thinking, and leadership qualities.

For ages 6-15, these stories show why Basavanna's vachanas still matter today-

because when values guide daily life, they shape tomorrow's leaders-one vachana at a time.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: Kannada
• ISBN: B0GSRPQRWB
• ISBN13: 9798903428588
• Release Date: March 2026
• Publisher: Notion Press
• Length: 82 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.5" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 12 years and under
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 7