{"product_id":"childrens-omnibus-1","title":"Children's omnibus by Ruskin Bond","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"170\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"614\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"192\"\u003eChildren’s Omnibus\u003c\/em\u003e by \u003cstrong data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"211\"\u003eRuskin Bond\u003c\/strong\u003e is a delightful collection of stories written especially for young readers. Spanning several decades of his work, the book includes \u003cstrong data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"385\"\u003eshort stories, novellas, and excerpts\u003c\/strong\u003e that reflect the charm of Indian childhood, the beauty of nature, and the innocence of small-town life. Many of the tales are set in the hills of India, featuring animals, friendships, school adventures, and gentle life lessons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003ePopular stories like \u003cem data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eThe Blue Umbrella\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"688\"\u003eRusty the Boy from the Hills\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eThe Cherry Tree\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eThe Room on the Roof\u003c\/em\u003e appear in this collection, capturing the everyday joys and quiet struggles of growing up. Ruskin Bond’s simple, elegant writing makes the characters and settings come alive, appealing to both children and adults alike. Themes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003ecuriosity, kindness, resilience, and love for nature\u003c\/strong\u003e are woven throughout the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003ePerfect for bedtime reading or classroom storytelling, \u003cem data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003eChildren’s Omnibus\u003c\/em\u003e is a treasure trove of heartwarming tales that celebrate childhood in its most nostalgic and meaningful form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"2048\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003eRuskin Bond\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of India’s most beloved and prolific authors, known for his gentle, evocative storytelling and deep love for the Indian hills. Born in 1934 in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh, and raised in Dehradun and England, Bond began writing at a young age and published his first novel, \u003cem data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eThe Room on the Roof\u003c\/em\u003e, at just 17. Over his decades-long career, he has written more than 500 short stories, essays, and novels, many of which are aimed at children and young adults. His works often reflect themes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003enature, solitude, friendship, and nostalgia\u003c\/strong\u003e, and his writing style is noted for its simplicity and emotional depth. Bond has received numerous honors, including the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003ePadma Shri\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003ePadma Bhushan\u003c\/strong\u003e, and continues to write from his home in Landour, Mussoorie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Best Of Used Books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45516047614209,"sku":"31EK4GXDT-Used","price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/files\/tcc_8d2d62ad-e7d6-4caa-88c2-4ef30f39d338.jpg?v=1723788983","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/childrens-omnibus-1","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}