{"product_id":"chhatrapati","title":"Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: The Lion of the Deccan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: The Lion of the Deccan: The Boy Who Built an Empire\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e(Authors: Archana Garodia Gupta and Shruti Garodia)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eHis very name conjures up tales of daring adventure, clever escapades, and supreme audacity—discover the life story of the boy who grew up to build a mighty empire.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong ago, amid the treacherous Sahyadri hills, a young hero embarked on an extraordinary journey. Guided and raised by his courageous mother, Rajmata Jijabai, young Shivaji learned foundational lessons about bravery, justice, strategic thinking, and standing up against oppression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs he grew, his fearless spirit, guerrilla warfare tactics, and magnetic leadership allowed him to outsmart powerful empires, capture invincible hill forts, and forge a band of fiercely loyal companions—laying the bedrock for the great Maratha Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten specifically for young readers by acclaimed history writers Archana Garodia Gupta and Shruti Garodia, \u003ci\u003eThe Lion of the Deccan\u003c\/i\u003e brings history alive through fast-paced storytelling. Packed with thrilling exploits, fort sieges, and daring escapes, this biography turns complex historical events into an inspiring narrative of vision, courage, and determination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEngaging Young Reader Format:\u003c\/b\u003e Makes Indian history accessible, fast-paced, and fun for kids, pre-teens, and young adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFocus on Values \u0026amp; Leadership:\u003c\/b\u003e Highlights core life lessons on bravery, strategic thinking, justice, and perseverance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBestselling History Authors:\u003c\/b\u003e Written by Archana Garodia Gupta and Shruti Garodia, creators of popular youth history series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh-Appeal Non-Fiction:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent for school libraries, young readers, history lovers, and parents seeking engaging historical biographies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BEETLE BOOK SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53908728447259,"sku":null,"price":424.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/2150\/0699\/files\/81QzSO7nQjL._SY466.jpg?v=1788930108","url":"https:\/\/beetlebookshop.com\/kn\/products\/chhatrapati","provider":"Beetle Book Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}