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History never had it so good as the present time and this collection is a testament to that. The bonus is that this book of stories from history come with several hints of mystery. Easy to read and often eliciting a chuckle, historical information relating to subjects such as unexpected finds in rock shelters, the fate of Shah Jahan’s peacock throne, or Rabindranath Tagore’s missing Nobel medal, are presented with precision and panache.
10 Indian Animals You May Never See Again in the Wild
Ranjit Lal is at ease with writing both fiction and nonfiction. He is able to blend elements of one into the other with good effect. In this book, we are made aware not only about the precarious existence of the ten creatures he highlights, but also about the man-made reasons behind this unfortunate situation. His light touch ensures that this book will be read by all ages from 8 up.
A gentle, evocative book about the wonders that hide in the forest and the wise people who live there, this is a book for all ages – a lilting read-aloud for small children, and a fascinating and wonderous experience for older readers. The book invites readers to look at the world with an open mind and an equally open heart.
Children never seem to tire of hearing ghost stories. Here is one by the master story teller about three children who live near an abandoned and “haunted” village. The story is neither ghoulish nor is it gory but with help from the natural elements, Ruskin Bond weaves a gentle and believable tale with just enough chills to satisfy the young reader. The illustrations evoke the place and the atmosphere sensitively.
A young boy’s attempts to reconcile his image of his estranged father with the rather less wonderful man who actually turns up in his life. A funny and loving look at families and how they learn to live, together or not.
As you follow the peacock’s adventurous journey, your eyes linger over the details in Shailaja Jain Chougule’s cheerful illustrations that beautifully balance Niyatee Sharma’s story. Although the idea is not entirely new, the telling draws in readers by taking them into confidence.
Canato Jimo’s wordless picture book will leave you feeling utterly enchanted and filled with joy following the antics of two little ones who lay their hands on a pair of scissors. True, we must never leave scissors around for little hands to find, but what happens in the pages of this book will only bring a smile to your face, and another, and another.
Pictures and words do a slow dance in this warm, loving book animated by pictures that are now small, now large, now really up close, touching your nose. Timira Gupta’s simple text finds the perfect balance in Rajiv Eipe’s dramatic illustrations in earth tones that will resonate with anyone who has ever taken a little one on a walk.
