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Adventures of the Humongoose Family
The story and the language both flow effortlessly. Zai’s relationship with the animal world and her lightness of touch make this book a sure hit for young readers. The Mongoose characters are well rounded and the distinctive illustrations by Niloufer bring them to life.The episode with Raja, the old tracker mongoose had a 12 year old reader in gales of laughter. An enjoyable read.
This is certainly a feel-good book but fortunately does not hit you on the head with a do-good message. A simple story, told from the perspective of Tenzin, a young monk, it has a good mix of adventure, encounters with the powers-that-be and beautiful descriptions of nature and animal life in Arunachal Pradesh. The illustrations are tasteful and add to the ambience of the place.
“This book profiles the lives of 50 inspiring and legendary women – some alive, some no more. The text is easy to read and the illustrations by Niloufer Wadia are beautiful. This book presents many role models for young readers to aspire to.”
