Prasanna

A group of astronomers studies the way to travel to the moon. When they conclude their project, the president selects five other astronomers to travel with him. They embark in a shell and are shot from a giant cannon to the moon.

My Trip to the Moon Summary

The poem was an imagination by the poet of his trip to the moon. The writer was a student appearing for his exams. He had already taken exams in four subjects. Now he is to study for and write the science examination, going to be held the very next day.

The writer was sitting alone in his house. He was studying the structure of a mouse. Suddenly the lights went out. Then he heard a loud burst. He thought that someone was there outside. So he went out, full of fright. There he saw a big rocket. An astronaut was there inside the rocket. He invited the writer on a flight to the moon. The writer readily agreed. He went in and sat by his side.

The writer along with the astronaut reached the moon by afternoon. But they could not walk on the ground of the moon as the gravitational force of the moon is much less than that of the moon. So they jumped around. It was a lot of fun to the writer. The writer along with the astronaut started their return journey.

The writer reached home before the setting sun. To his surprise and also to the surprise of his parents, the writer fared his science test very well. But no one knew the secret as to how his science test had gone very well. The secret still dwelled inside the writer.

Conclusion:

The Moon makes Earth a more livable planet by moderating our home planet’s wobble on its axis, leading to a relatively stable climate. It also causes tides, creating a rhythm that has guided humans for thousands of years.

The Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a union territory of India consisting of 571 islands, of which 37 are inhabited, at the junction of the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea. The territory is about 150 km (93 mi) north of Aceh in Indonesia and separated from Thailand and Myanmar by the Andaman Sea.

A Trip to Andaman Summary

The writer had been longing to make ci trip to Andaman. His father fulfilled his desire during the last summer holidays. After the examinations were over, the writer’s family took the Pinakini Express on the 25th of April from Vijayawada and reached Chennai Central by 1 p.m. Later they reached the port. In the evening, they boarded a ship for Port Blair, the capital of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Sitting in the ship, the writer and his sister Amalai waved their hands to the people who cheered the travellers. The writer could not feel. the movement of the ship when the doors and the windows of the cabin were closed. When the ship was going, they saw dolphins swimming along the ship to know. Dolphins sprang and dived again and again. If was very amusing to the writer. Later, the writer went around the ship to know what other people were d oing in the ship. He saw some people eating and drinking in the restaurant. He was surprised to see some people in a saloon getting their hair cut. The medical staff was busy treating the patients suffering from sea-sickness. The sanitary workers were doing their work. The crew of the ship gladly answered all the queries of the writer about the ship.

After two days, they reached Port Blair. The writer learnt that there are about six hundred islands between India’s coast and Myanmar. Only 37 of them were inhabited. The inhabitants were the aboriginal tribes. Some of them lived far away from the civilized society. Despite this, the islands look today like a miniature India. There are people of different languages, cultures and faiths. Yet they all live happily together.

The writer’s family visited the Cellular jail, built by the British. But now it is not a jail. It is now used as a big hospital. Next, they visited the Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park. There one can find open creeks running through the park area. There they watched coral reefs, fishes of different colours and sea turtles through glass-bottomed boats.

Later they travelled by a ferry from Port Blair to Havelock island where they saw a majestic lighthouse. They saw tourists enjoying swimming in the sea and riding on elephants. They took lots of pictures of the beautiful scenery.

Next, they visited Elephant beach. They watched Scuba’diving in which the swimmers dive into the sea from the motor boats and I stay for a long time beneath the sea. They swim along with beautiful fishes and sea turtles. Scuba diving filled the writer’s heart with a spirit of adventure.

Lastly, they visited Radhanagar beach. There the writer and his sister Amala enjoyed a jolly ride on the elephant. There they tasted Tandoori fish and other sea foods. The writer felt he could never forget his trip to Andaman.

Conclusion:

The Andaman Island is governed by the Central government of India. The islands have a unicameral legislature, which is elected every five years. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are also represented in the Indian Parliament by two Members of Parliament.

“Dear Mum, I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I wanted to take this opportunity to explain a few things in detail and provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the topics we have been discussing.”

Dear Mum Summary

The poet says that some naughty children do naughty things both at home and at school. They cover their mistakes pr faults cleverly and nicely.

In this poem, a naughty boy made mischief when her mother was not at home. When she returned, before her mother’s asking him why he had done those things, the boy began to tell his mother the reasons for various happenings in the house during her absence. He said that while she was out, a cup went and broke itself. A crack appeared in the blue vase. He did not turn on the tap but mysteriously the sink overflowed. He also expressed his surprise on how the cat managed to turn on the washing machine (especially from inside) or how the self-raising flour’ managed to self-raise. He said he was terribly afraid when a series of muddy footprints appeared on the new white carpet. He said he was not the cause of all these happenings and that he was good and honest. He said that he thought that the house was haunted, by ghosts, when he had gone over to his grandmother.

Conclusion:

In the closing lines of the poem, the child reiterates their innocence, asserting their honest and trustworthy nature despite the evidence to the contrary. The poem concludes with the child’s plea for understanding, hoping that their mother will recognize their genuine affection and overlook the chaos they have caused in her absence.

Tenali Raman was a poet and jester at his court: Tenali Raman was famous for his wit and intelligence. The king’s challenge, each determined to produce a masterpiece that would capture the king’s heart and earn them a place of honor in the kingdom’s annals. They spent days meticulously sketching, blending colors, and breathing life onto their canvases, striving to capture the horse’s spirit and convey its inherent beauty.

Tenali Paints a Horse Summary

Krishnadevaraya was the king of Vijayanagara. Tenali Raman was a poet and jester at his court: Tenali Raman was famous for his wit and intelligence. On many occasions, he made the king laugh at his jokes and witty answers.
The present drama ‘Tenali Paints a Horse’ is a proof of his wit.

One day, a great artist from another kingdom came to the court of the King. Krishnadevaraya. He showed the king his paintings. The king and all the courtiers except one were impressed with his paintings. It was only Tenali Raman who was not pleased with his paintings. The king said that the painting showed by the artist was indeed very beautiful and he could almost feel the peace of the village scene. He praised the artist and gave him a bag of gold. He asked the artist to stay in his court and paint some more beautiful paintings. Then Tenali Raman said that the paintings were not good. He said that the other side of the ‘ two men in the painting was not seen. Besides, the face of the cow, in the painting was missing. Then King Krishnadevaraya said that it was not possible for any painter to paint everything and that the missing bits in the paintings had to be imagined.

Then Tenali Raman told the king that he could paint better than the artist’s painting. King Krishnadevaraya told Tenali Raman that if he could paint a better painting, he would give him a bag of gold and the title ‘King of Artists’. He also told Raman to bring his painting in a month’s time. He said he would give Raman the paints and the paper. Tenali Raman replied he would return there after a month with his painting and show it to the king. Saying that, Raman left the court. All the other courtiers said that Raman could not paint a better painting nor would he complete and bring into the court in a month’s time.

A month’s time passed. The king was eagerly waiting with his courtiers for Tenali Raman’s return with his painting. As promised, Raman came into the court and showed the king his painting. Raman said that he had drawn the picture of a beautiful horse. Looking at the painting, the king got astonished and angrily said that he could see nothing on the canvas. Raman replied humbly that the edge of-the horse’s tail in the corner was clearly seen and that the rest of the horse was just outside the canvas grazing at some lush green grass. The rest of the horse was to be imagined because according to the king, the missing bits were to be imagined. The king understood his wit, felt happy and kept his promise to Raman.

Conclusion:

Tenali Raman’s stories is wit, intelligence and wisdom can win over brute strength and power. Tenali Raman was a court poet in the Vijayanagara Empire who used his wit and intelligence to solve problems and get out of tricky situations.

Silk, a fabric of unparalleled elegance and refinement, has captivated human imagination for centuries. Its shimmering luster, luxurious drape, and delicate texture have inspired countless works of art, fashion, and literature, establishing it as a symbol of luxury, sophistication, and beauty.

The Magic of Silk Summary

Long ago, there lived an old woman with her daughter, Siew Mei in a hut in the forest. Her husband had been killed by a tiger, some years ago.

Siew Mei helped her mother. She did cooking and cleaning herself. They had a garden in front of their hut. Siew Mei looked after the silkworms, growing in the garden. Siew Mei made beautiful silk from the fine silk thread given by the silkworms. She sold the silk to the travellers in the village market and got money. With that money, she bought items of food and other things.

One day as Siew Mei was returning home, it started to rain heavily and it wats getting dark. So, Siew Mei ran into the first hut she saw. She found nobody in the hut. Then Siew Mei swept the dirty floor and washed the unwashed bowls and pots. She kept the hut clean and tidy. When the rain stopped, Siew Mei came out of the hut. There she saw a long-bearded old man, aged about a hundred years. The man saw the girl and looked at the clean and tidy hut. He understood what the girl had done. He was so pleased that he cut off a little of his white beard and put it in a piece of cloth. He tied it up and gave her the bundle.

The old man told Siew Mei not to give the bundle to anyone. He also told her to open the bundle at her home.

Siew Mei reached her hut with the bundle. She told her mother what had happened. Then she opened the bundle to show the old man’s beard. When the handle was opened, they were surprised to see the finest silk thread in the whole of China, in that bundle. With that finest silk thread, they made the finest silk that they had ever seen. They also noticed that the bundle of silk thread still remained exactly the same size as before.

With the luck they got, the old woman and her daughter, Siew Mei became famous and lived happily together.

By this jesson, one should know that unselfish service fetches a person fame as well as happiness. One can understand by reading this story, how the miracle happened and who the person who did the miracle might be.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, silk’s allure extends far beyond its tangible qualities, transcending the realm of mere fabric and weaving itself into the tapestry of human culture and history. Its symbolism, deeply embedded in various traditions, speaks to its enduring significance.

“Home They Brought Her Warrior Dead,” the reader is plunged into the depths of a woman’s grief as she confronts the loss of her beloved husband in battle.

Home They Brought Her Warrior Dead Summary

A warrior died in a war. His dead body was brought home by some of his friends, the other soldiers. His wife was too sensitive. When she heard the news of her husband, she was greatly shocked. In her shock, she almost went into a typical semi-unconscious state. She neither fainted nor cried. The maidens, who were watching her, said that she would die, if she did not cry. They made all possible attempts to bring her to normal state.

They praised the warrior as worthy to be loved. Some praised him as the truest friend and the noblest foe. All their admiration and praising words of the soldier failed to bring her to her normal state. She did not speak a single word. She was totally unmoved.

A maiden made another attempt. She slowly went to the dead body and removed the face-cloth from his face. Her trial also failed. The state of the dead warrior’s wife remained the same. She did not move. She did not cry.

A nurse of ninety-years attempted. She put the child of the dead warrior in the lap of the woman. The touch of her child had a magical charm. The woman shed tears. She cried out that she would live for the sake of the child. She regained her full consciousness. She realised that she had to live to look after her child.

Conclusion:

Home They Brought Her Warrior Dead,” the widow’s stoic silence finally shatters, revealing the depth of her anguish.

Puru was a king of northern India. He was a brave soldier and a true patriot. Alexander wanted to make Puru his vassal. So he sent Puru an offer that he would not fight a battle with Puru if he agreed to be his vassal.

Puru, the Brave Summary

Alexander was the King of Macedon. He conquered Greece, Persia etc. He also made several Indian kings his vassals.
Puru was a king of northern India. He was a brave soldier and a true patriot.

Alexander wanted to make Puru his vassal. So he sent Puru an offer that he would not fight a battle with Puru if he agreed to be his vassal. But Puru rejected his offer. So a great battle occurred between Alexander’s army and Puru’s army. It was such a great battle that Alexander’s army had to sweat a lot and strive their best to defeat Puru’s army. Every Indian soldier fought like a tiger in the battle. The Indian soldiers and generals fought more bravely than the Greek soldiers and generals. Bu the Indian generals were less skilful than the Greek generals. They followed the old methods of warfare. They depended too much on their elephants. At last the Greek were able to defeat Puru’s army.

Puru continued to fight even when others had left the field. Puru killed at least a hundred Greek soldiers with his sword. But he was injured badly and so the Greek generals were able to capture him. Puru was chained and brought to the camp of Alexander, on the banks of the Jhelum.

Alexander in his camp was discussing with his Greek generals how the battle of Jhelum went on. Alexander and the generals admitted that the battle of Jhelum would go down not only in the history of their country but also in the history of the world. Everone praised the Indian army for their bravery and great fight but pitied them for their poor, old methods of warfare.

Meanwhile, a soldier came there and said that Puru had been brought to the camp, in chains. Then Alexander said that Puru was a king and a king should not be brought, in chains. So he ordered them to remove the chains and bring him there. Pure came.

Alexander asked Puru why he had rejected his offer. Puru replied that he was a lawful king and so he would never like to be a vassal. Puru said that a patriotic king ought to be proud of being a king otherwise he could not be a king. Alexander admired Puru’s bravery and self-respect. So he said that he wanted to make friends with Puru. Puru said that he would agree to be so provided his kingdom remained independent and Alexander treated him as his equal. Alexander gave him back his kingdom and made friends with Puru. Puru admired the personality of Alexander and called him, Alexander the Great.

Conclusion:

At last the Greek were able to defeat Puru’s army. Puru continued to fight even when others had left the field. Puru killed at least a hundred Greek soldiers with his sword. But he was injured badly and so the Greek generals were able to capture him.

Susruta, an ancient Indian surgeon who flourished around the 6th century BCE. Revered as the “Father of Indian Medicine” and the “Father of Plastic Surgery,” Susruta’s contributions to the field remain unparalleled, shaping the foundations of modern surgical techniques and leaving an indelible mark on the evolution of medical practice.

Susruta, an Ancient Plastic Surgeon Summary

Susruta was an ancient plastic surgeon. He learnt surgery and medicine at the feet of Divodasa Dhanvantari in his hermitage at Varanasi. Later he became an authority in both surgery and the other branches of medicine.

Once a stranger came to him. He was bleeding from his disfigured nose. Susruta took him into his room. He washed his face with water and the juice of a medicinal plast. He offered him a mug of wine. Later he started his operation. He cut a strip of flesh from the stranger’s cheek. Later he bandaged the cut in the cheek. Later he inserted two pipes into his nostrils and transplanted the flesh to the disfigured nose. Next, he dusted the nose with powdered liquorice, red sandalwood and an extract of Indian barberry. He enveloped the nose in cotton, sprinkled some refined oil on it and finally put a bandage. Thus he completed the operation.

What Susruta did is not greatly different from what a plastic surgeon would do today So, today Susruta is recognised as the father of plastic surgery, all over the world. Susrata was born in the sixth century B.C. He was a descendant of sage, Viswamitra. He was the first physician to advocate the caesarian operation. He told his pupils that one could become a good physician only if one knew both theory and practice.

Conclusion:

Susruta’s unwavering dedication to the pursuit of medical knowledge and his unwavering commitment to patient well-being have earned him a place among the most influential figures in the history of medicine.

The poem is written by an American poetess Emma Gorrie. The speaker is a school going child who is afraid to go to school due to some fears which she expresses with her mom. She is worried that scientists in the name of change have started cloning the animals and biologists are experimenting with the stem cells.

It’s Change…. Summary

A little girl is afraid to go to school. She is worried that the teachers and scientists are all out to destroy this earth. They say cloning pigs and sheep is a big change. Biologists make stem cells grow. Geologists find cracks in rocks. Archaeologists discover bones of creatures who lived thousands of years ago. All these persons add to things we must learn. That is a big problem.

Conclusion:

The poem is the message an author wants to communicate through the piece. The theme differs from the main idea because the main idea describes what the text is mostly about.

handrasekhara Venkata Raman was born at Tiruchirappalli in Southern India on November 7th, 1888. His father was a lecturer in mathematics and physics so that from the first he was immersed in an academic atmosphere.

C.V. Raman, the Pride of India Summary

Chandrasekhar Venkata Raman was an eminent Indian Scientist. He was the first scholar who studied wholly in India. He was the first Indian Scientist to receive the Nobel Prize in Physics. He was also the first Asian as well as the first non-white to receive the Nobel Prize.

C. V. Raman was born at Tiruchirapalli in Tamil Nadu on November 7, 1888. His father was a college physics teacher. Right from the start, Raman was a brilliant student. So, when Raman passed his matriculation, his parents wanted to send him abroad for higher studies. But a British surgeon told them not to send him abroad as he was not healthy enough. Raman did his M.A. course at Presidency College in Madras (now called Chennai).

Raman was fond of the Science subject. When he was 19, he became a member of the Indian Association for Cultivation of Science. The headquarters of it was an old building on the busy Bowbazaar Street in Calcutta. Meanwhile Raman took up an administrative job in the Finance Ministry in Calcutta so as to respect the wishes of his parents.

In his youth, Raman was mainly interested in acoustics, the science of sound. He studied how stringed instruments like the sitar and the violin could produce harmonious music. He became a knight of the British Empire in 1929.

With equipment worth only Rs. 200 and limited facilities available in his laboratory, Raman was able to make a discovery known as the Raman Effect, which won him the Nobel Prize in physics in 1930. Earlier, in 1927, Professor A.H. Compton had won the Nobel Prize for the Compton Effect. Compton Effect says that the nature of X-rays changes when passes through the matter. Raman Effect says that the nature of light changes when passes through transparent medium. Raman’s advice to the young scientists was to look at the world around them and not to confine themselves to their laboratories. Raman passed away in 1970 on November 21.

Conclusion:

Raman has been honoured with a large number of honorary doctorates and memberships of scientific societies. He was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society early in his career (1924), and was knighted in 1929.