01 Stories from Panchatantra from Children Story Books. The Panchatantra is an illustrious collection of Indian short stories. Panchatantra is thought to have been written in the second century B.C. by Vishnu Sharma and a number of other academics. The composition's objective was to instill moral ideals and leadership abilities in the king's young sons. In rhyme and prose, the ancient Sanskrit literature contains numerous animal stories. Throughout these decades, numerous authors and publishers have worked tirelessly to make these fables accessible and comprehensible to the general public. The vast collection contains fascinating tales that appeal to, if not love, individuals of all ages.