Pani Manidhan facts for kids
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| Author | Jeyamohan |
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| Original title | Pani Manidhan |
| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
| Subject | Children's Literature, Fantasy |
| Publisher | Kavitha Publications, Kizhakku, Natrinai Pathippagam |
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Publication date
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1998 |
| Pages | 244 |
Pani Manidhan (which means "Snow Man" in Tamil) is an exciting children's novel written in Tamil by the Indian author Jeyamohan. Published in 1998, this book is a mix of adventure, science, fantasy, and mystery. It also teaches important life lessons, making it a special story in Tamil children's literature.
Contents
Discovering the Snow Man's Secret
The story of Pani Manidhan begins with the famous legend of the Yeti, also known as the Snow Man. People say this mysterious creature lives in the high Himalayas mountains. Some believe it's real, while others think it's just a myth.
The Search for Giant Footprints
An Indian army officer named Pandian is given a special mission. His commanders ask him to investigate some huge, strange footprints found in the snow near a faraway village. Pandian thinks it's just the villagers imagining things. But he soon finds himself on an amazing journey filled with strange events and old mountain legends. He eventually discovers incredible truths.
New Friends on a Mountain Journey
During his trip, Pandian bravely rescues a young boy named Kim from the deep snow. A doctor, who is also researching the Snow Man, joins their group. So, the team includes Pandian, the brave Buddhist mountain boy Kim, and the Doctor with his scientific ideas. Together, they start their search for the Yeti in the vast mountains.
The Doctor believes the Yeti might be a "missing link" in human evolution. This means it could be a creature that connects early humans to apes. But Kim, who says he has seen the Snow Man, disagrees. He says the Yeti looks nothing like the monkeys in the Doctor's pictures. Kim thinks the Yeti looks more like Homo erectus, an early human species.
Learning from Ancient Wisdom
As they travel, Pandian is surprised to see Kim performing advanced breathing and meditation exercises, known as Yoga. Through many adventures, Kim shares his native cultural beliefs. These beliefs often match what Pandian and the Doctor say about nature, humanity, and the universe.
A Hidden World and Big Discoveries
The group then meets some Bhikshus (Buddhist monks) who are looking for their Lama (a spiritual teacher). The monks lead them to a magical land. Here, they discover a secret society of Yetis and other creatures. This world is peaceful, where all creatures live together in harmony. It turns out that the Yetis had actually planned this whole adventure for the group!
Kim is special because he has always been aware of the deeper spiritual side of things. The group leaves this hidden land with a much greater understanding of nature and the universe.
The New Lama and a Kept Secret
On their way back, they meet the Bhikshus again. The monks choose Kim to be their new head Lama. Both the Doctor and Pandian show their respect to Kim. The amazing truth about the Yeti, the Snow Man, remains a secret, known only to a few.
Themes in Pani Manidhan
Pani Manidhan is an adventure story that also feels like a spiritual journey. Author Jeyamohan once said that "as the children grow up, the story grows with them." This means the book has layers of meaning that you might understand better as you get older.
Science and Mythology Together
The story starts with Pandian's scientific way of thinking. But it ends with a surprising reveal: the Snow Man is connected to Maitreya Buddha, a future Buddha. The book shows that science is a great way to understand nature, but it's not the only way. It also teaches that ancient stories and myths can hold deep truths. Pani Manidhan beautifully explains how both science and mythology can help young readers understand the world around them.
Writing Style
Pani Manidhan was written to be easy for readers aged eight and older to understand. Most of the sentences are short, often only about six words long. This makes the book very readable and enjoyable for young people.
