Set in 1930 during the salt satyagraha, the book follows Dinu, an ardent Sherlock Holmes fan and a reluctant volunteer of the Arun Tukdi. It is a small group of teenage students and young teachers, tasked with travelling ahead, making arrangements for Gandhiji and the other marchers on their way to Dandi.
This book is a celebration of the Earth in all its glorious mess and marvel. It’s not just a book. It’s a curated medley of essays, stories, comics, and visual narratives by diverse voices.
The Girl Who Played with Numbers – Shakuntala Devi (Dreamers) is a delightful and an inspiring book for children that explores the remarkable life of Shakuntala Devi, one of India’s greatest mathematicians, often referred to as the “Human Computer.”
The book begins by providing a brief account of JRD Tata’s early life and his journey to establish himself in the world. Jeh, as he was known during his childhood, had parents from different backgrounds – his mother was French and his father was Indian.
This book offers a glimpse into P.T. Usha’s childhood, the beginnings of her athletic journey, and the person who recognized and nurtured her talent.
Cyrus is a curious child, with questions about everything – the Why’s surround his family members and teachers. Not everyone is amused by his relentless questions, with some of his teachers sending him to the naughty corner and friends making fun of him, calling him “Cyrus the Whyrus”.
