Brilliant illustrations, timeless wisdom, and a dash of nostalgia—this book is pure magic! A heartwarming blend of adventure, charm, and life lessons that’ll make you smile, reflect, and maybe even gift it to your favorite person!
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Hold On to Your Dreams, at about 100 pages, is a treat to hold in your hands. It is like a long letter, a letter that consists of many things – from friendly guidance to glimpses of the author’s own past, from a sneak peek into his everyday activities to the memories of his books and writings, those he read, and those he wrote.
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“Journey Down the Years” by Ruskin Bond comprises of 25 pieces of writings, spanning an eclectic range of subjects. Through his pen Bond captures the essence of nature, nostalgia, memories, experiences, and simple living. The book offers a glimpse into the life of the author himself.
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In “All Roads Lead to Ganga,” Ruskin Bond pays homage to Ganga and the Himalayas, celebrating their majesty and significance. From the tranquil waters of Mandakini to the towering peaks of Tungnath, the book reverently explores the diverse landscapes of Garhwal, capturing Bond’s profound connection to this cherished land and its sacred rivers.
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Mani, along with his father and granny, lives in a small village in the Himalayas, which is about a two-days journey from the bigger town of Mussoorie. The last time his Granny had gotten her glasses was ten years ago, and both Mani and his father know that Granny’s glasses have gone beyond repair and need to be replaced urgently.
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One would be wrong to assume that the book is just about Landour and Bond’s life in Landour. It is not, for it has much more to offer. It is about his day-to-day life, and also about his love for nature, his long walks to the hills, and his interactions with the locals and with others of his own kind (writers). It tells of his rendezvous with people, some charming, some not so welcome.
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The Shadow on the Wall is an eclectic mix of tales of the supernatural, serving horror with variety, spice, and a pinch of salt. Though you cannot call them scary or spooky, there’s no denying the element of intrigue and fascination that these stories serve.
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The book is a collection of 9 short stories which have been compiled by Ruskin Bond. The collection includes stories not just written by Ruskin Bond but also by other eminent authors like Arthur Conan Doyle, Alice Perrin, Bram Stoker, Rudyard Kipling, C.A. Kincaid etc.
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With this list, we intend to bring to our readers 35 of the best Ruskin Bond Books. The Room on the Roof. The Blue Umbrella. The Night Train at Deoli and Other Stories. Delhi Is Not Far. A Flight of Pigeons. Our Trees Still Grow in Dehra. Angry River. Ruskin Bond Children’s Omnibus. Rusty the Boy from the Hills.
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The central theme of A Song of Many Rivers by Ruskin Bond is rivers that originate in the northern part of India, in the scenic hills and mountains of Uttarakhand and Himachal. From Bhagirathi and Alaknanda to Mandakini and Suswa, Ruskin Bond quite beautifully captures the essence of these rivers.
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Owls in the Family mostly revolves around the small-town life and presents before us a world long forgotten. For many of us urban dwellers, it is as good as a getaway from the chaos of city life as a short vacation.
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THEME: 4/5 CHARACTERS: 3.5/5 WRITING STYLE: 4.5/5 ENTERTAINMENT QUOTIENT: 4/5 “The Road to the Bazaar” is…
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Roads to Mussoorie is a nostalgic collection of incidents and stories that Ruskin Bond delightfully recollects. CONCEPT:…
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SUBJECT: 4/5 CHARACTERS: 3.5/5 ENTERTAINMENT QUOTIENT: 4/5 “Ghost Stories from the Raj” makes for an exceptional…
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CONCEPT: 4/5 WRITING STYLE: 3.5/5 RESEARCH: 3.5/5 ENTERTAINMENT QUOTIENT: 3.5/5 “India is more than a land,…
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STORIES: 4/5 THEME: 4.5/5 WRITING STYLE: 4/5 ENTERTAINMENT QUOTIENT: 4.5/5 Ruskin Bond is a household name…
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DELHI IS NOT FAR IS ONE OF RUSKIN BOND’S BEST WORKS PLOT: 4/5 CHARACTERS: 4.5/5 WRITING…
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