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Binding
Paperback
Age Group
6-8 Years
Language
English
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Book Summary
Puffin Treasury Of Modern Indi is a paperback anthology that gathers a landmark collection of twentieth-century Indian children's tales. With humor, adventure, and gentle moral insights, the volume invites young readers and curious adults to dive into India's rich storytelling tradition. From playful, laugh-out-loud moments to thoughtful, comforting virtues, this book carries a warm, adventurous tone that appeals to readers ages 8 and up, and to families sharing stories together.
Across its pages, Puffin Treasury Of Modern Indi traces a vibrant spectrum of Indian childhood literature—from lighthearted mischief to magical journeys. Each tale is crafted for accessibility and delight, inviting readers to slow down and savor language, character, and place. The collection showcases renowned voices such as Ruskin Bond, Vikram Seth, Salman Rushdie, and Satyajit Ray, offering a window into India’s diverse storytelling traditions.
Illustrations by talented artists illuminate every scene, turning reading into a shared experience whether you’re reading aloud with a child or curling up with the book on your own. Highlights include Ruskin Bond’s Snake Trouble, Vikram Seth’s The Elephant and the Tragopan, Salman Rushdie’s Haroun and the Sea of Stories, and Satyajit Ray’s The Hungry Septopus, each presenting a distinct mood and world while keeping the pace lively and engaging.
After finishing Puffin Treasury Of Modern Indi, readers emerge with a renewed sense of wonder for Indian storytelling, a broader appreciation for diverse voices, and inspiration to seek out more stories from across India. The collection leaves them hopeful, curious, and eager to turn the next page.
Product Details
Author
Anita Nair
Publisher
Puffin
Language
English
SKU
BK0437944
ISBN
9780143333838
Reading Age
6-8 Years
Binding
Paperback
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Anita Nair Is The Author Of Seven Books For Children. Her Books For Adults Include Eleven Works Of Fiction, A Collection Of Poems Titled Malabar Mind , And A Collection Of Essays Titled Goodnight And God Bless . She Has Also Translated Into English T.S. Pillai'S Malayalam Cult Classic Chemmeen And Edited A Book Of Writings On Kerala Titled Where The Rain Is Born . Anita Nair Has Also Written Two Plays And The Screenplay For The Movie Adaptation Of Her Novel Lessons In Forgetting , Which Won The National Film Award In 2013. Among Other Awards, She Was Also Given The Central Sahitya Akademi Award And The Crossword Prize. Her Books Have Been Translated Into Over Thirty-Three Languages Around The World. Her Writing Is Included In Both School And University Syllabi. She Is The Founder Of The Creative Writing Mentorship Program, Anita'S Attic, And Is A High-Profile Supporter Of The Unhcr. Anita'S Last Book For Children, Bipathu And A Very Big Dream , Has Been Shortlisted For Numerous Children'S Fiction Prizes.