Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, famously the composer of Vande Mataram, was an eminent Indian poet and writer. His writing spanned across subjects like politics, philosophy, and history. Although he wrote with flair and clarity, modern audiences, and children in particular, often find the language hefty and complex. Yet, the content of his writing is relevant to the present day and can be appreciated by young and old audiences alike. Therefore, his stories have been abridged and translated to communicate the message while still being accessible, so that his writing can reach more people while retaining its original spirit.