{"product_id":"9780143330219","title":"Puffin Classics","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a children’s non-fiction memoir that invites curious young readers into a warm, imaginative journey through a richly described historical setting. It follows a boy who slips into adventures inside an ancient palanquin on a hot afternoon, discovering a world where imagination and real life mingle. The intended reader is curious and loves stories that blend culture, memory, and personal growth; the tone is gentle, humorous, and reflective, with a sense of wonder about language, family, and the journey toward becoming a writer.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePresented as a memory-driven narrative, it blends imaginative episodes with vivid glimpses of nineteenth-century life. Readers accompany the boy on journeys through markets lit by castor-oil lamps, through palanquins and carriages, and through a large, thoughtful family that helps shape a future poet and thinker. The writing is clear and quietly witty, inviting reflection without heavy drama. For non-fiction-style learning, the book covers historical context of Kolkata, everyday customs, and the early love of music and poetry. Learning feels accessible and enjoyable through short, self-contained episodes that let readers pause, picture the scenes, and relate them to their own experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEpisodic memories that blend imagination with real historical life in nineteenth-century Kolkata\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThemes of family, culture, music, and early literary inspiration\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear, reflective prose with gentle humor that appeals to thoughtful young readers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDigestible passages designed for independent reading or guided discussion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders gain a warm window into a bygone era, a deeper appreciation for how imagination can spark creativity, and a respect for the roots of literary craft. The experience builds curiosity, confidence in reading, and a lasting sense of wonder about culture, history, and language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540436037849,"sku":"BK0032759","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/91uutGTxkpL._SL1500.jpg?v=1776685613","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9780143330219","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}