No. of pages 283
Published: 2013
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"Children's Omnibus" by Ruskin Bond is a delightful collection of stories that celebrate the innocence and curiosity of childhood. The book features vivid tales set against the backdrop of the Indian landscape, capturing the adventures of children as they explore nature, friendships, and their imagination. Through simple yet profound narratives, Bond reminisces about the joys and challenges of growing up, often intertwining humorous incidents with valuable life lessons. The warmth in his storytelling and the richly painted scenes invite readers of all ages to reflect on their own childhood experiences, making it a timeless read for both kids and adults alike. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 283 pages in this book. This book was published in 2013 by Rupa & Co .
Born in Kasauli (Himachal Pradesh) in 1934, Ruskin Bond grew up in Jamnagar (Gujarat), Dehradun, New Delhi and Simla. His first novel, The Room on the Roof, written when he was seventeen, received the John Llewellyn Rhys Memorial Prize in 1957. Since then he has written over 500 short stories, essays and novellas (including Vagrants in the Valley and A Flight of Pigeons) and more than forty books for children. He received the Sahitya Akademi Award for English writing in India in 1993, the Padma Shri in 1999, and the Delhi government's Lifetime Achievement Award in 2012. He lives in Landour, Mussoorie, with his extended family.