Sit down to dinner with monsters and wizards, race through cities, explore hidden worlds, and solve the mystery of the 'thunder ghost'. Heed the warning of the seer who does not exist, meet a 'shoplifting owner', a small-town dreamer who tries to dig his way to fame, and a dashing young man fighting to save the world. And if you dare, spend a night in the dwarf museum. You never know who you will find there! These tales of mystery and adventure steer the reader away from the real world, and create an exciting atmosphere that stays on for what seems to be forever. Presented in this volume are captivating short stories exploring faith and beliefs that go beyond the living! Rounding off this collection are two tales displaying a rare fusion of humour and adventure, garnering the right degree of comic relief.
The two children stared at the old man , unable to say a word . “ Yes , ” he said , nodding his head . “ It's a magic bowl . Whenever you , you must rub the rim . No one else can do it . You were kind and generous .
Here's a treat for Ruskin Bond Fans-the Ruskin Bond Children's Omnibus!The superbly illustrated volume contains many of Ruskin Bond's best stories, including the ever-popular Grand Father's Private Zoo, written over twenty-five years ago ...
Rini and her brother live with their family in Mango Tree Lane where they know all their neighbours, until one summer, a new boy arrives and they venture into dangerous territory and get involved with drug dealers.
The Victory Alexander the Great had won many battles . ... “ Proceed to the Golden Bird , ” he ordered his brave generals . ... With Alexander's command , the generals consulted the map and the army turned towards India .
Foxy Foursome
Stories based on Cācā Caudharī, cartoon and fictitious character; comic for children.
Playful and gentle, each of these stories effectively traverses layers of myth to speak to both children and adults. Nilima Sheikh's paintings hang in galleries all over the world, including Australia.
These delightful and timeless folktales have been her favourites for years, and she has recounted them many times over to the young people in her life. With this collection, they will be enjoyed by many more readers, of all ages.
For children.
A Collection Of Funny, Sad, Fantasies And Recollections. Quite Enough To Keep Young Minds Glued To Their Seats.