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If you are a Marathi reader, seek out “Mrugapakshi” (the quarterly nature journal) for contemporary short stories in this genre. For non-Marathi readers, English translations of Dandekar’s “Chitragandha” are available in the anthology “The Speaking Forest” (Sahitya Akademi, 2018).

Many of these world-famous tales have been translated into Marathi, offering lessons through characters like the clever fox and the foolish crow. Unique Marathi Folktales:

A notable author for nature enthusiasts; his book Jangalachi Dunia

While there isn't a single official volume with that exact title, there are several popular collections of Marathi animal stories fictional story sets

Overall, Marathi literature has something to offer for every kind of reader. Whether you're interested in animal stories, romantic fiction, or story collections, there's a wealth of material to explore.

If you prefer "snackable" reading, these authors are the masters of the short format: