The Puffin Treasury of Modern Indian Stories - Illustrated

Author: Eminent ContributorsEditor: Mala DayalPublisher: Penguin/PuffinYear: 2002Language: EnglishPages: 194ISBN/UPC (if available): 0670049476 DescriptionThis compilation is a unique collection of stories and excerpts written by master storytellers. It represents for the first time the richness and range of writing for children in India during the twentieth century.From Ruskin Bond's humorous 'snake Trouble' and Vikram Seth's animal fable in verse 'The Elephant and the Tragopan', to Salman Rushdie's fantasy Haroun and the Sea of Stories and Satyajit Ray's gripping tale 'The Hungry Septous, this anthology has a vibrant mix of styles and forms.With spectacular illustrations by a host of the most talented artists working today, this anthology will delight both children and adults.ContentsAcknowledgementsIntroductionShadowThe Magic of the Red And Gold ShoeFrom Bholu and GoluSnake TroubleGames at TwilightFrom the Narayanpur IncidentThe TunnelBidesia BabuFrom Gay-Neck: the Story of a Pigeo