{"product_id":"laughter-omnibus-funny-side-up-2-in-1","title":"Laughter omnibus \u0026 Funny side up (2 in 1) by Ruskin Bond","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"963\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"78\"\u003eBook Summary – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"81\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"124\"\u003eLaughter Omnibus \u0026amp; Funny Side Up (2 in 1)\u003c\/em\u003e is a delightful collection that brings together some of Ruskin Bond’s most humorous and light-hearted writings. Known for his gentle wit and keen observation of everyday life, Bond captures the quirks, absurdities, and simple joys of small-town India in these stories and essays. The book offers a mix of fiction and autobiographical pieces, filled with amusing characters—from eccentric relatives and talkative villagers to mischievous schoolboys and wise hill folk. Whether recounting the chaos of his boyhood adventures or the comic incidents of daily life in the hills of Mussoorie, Bond’s storytelling radiates warmth, charm, and an affectionate humor that resonates with readers of all ages. Through laughter and simplicity, this collection reminds readers that happiness often lies in the smallest, most ordinary moments of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1892\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eAbout the Author – \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuskin Bond\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of India’s most beloved and enduring authors, celebrated for his evocative storytelling and deep connection with nature and human emotions. Born in 1934 in Kasauli, India, he spent much of his life in the hill station of Mussoorie, whose landscapes often serve as the backdrop for his stories. Over a career spanning more than six decades, Bond has written hundreds of short stories, essays, novels, and children’s books, including classics like \u003cem data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003eThe Room on the Roof\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1511\"\u003eThe Blue Umbrella\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eRusty the Boy from the Hills\u003c\/em\u003e. His writing is known for its simplicity, humor, and heartwarming portrayal of Indian life and relationships. Ruskin Bond has received numerous honors, including the Sahitya Akademi Award and the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan. Through his gentle humor and human insight, Bond continues to inspire readers to find joy and meaning in the everyday.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":43881722282241,"sku":"2PPHIBWU9-Used","price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/LaughterOmnibus_FunnySideUp_2in1.jpg?v=1650015206","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/laughter-omnibus-funny-side-up-2-in-1","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}