{"product_id":"vagrants-in-the-valley","title":"Vagrants in the Valley by Ruskin Bond","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"163\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"161\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"188\"\u003eVagrants in the Valley\u003c\/em\u003e is a sequel to Ruskin Bond’s \u003cem data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"240\"\u003eThe Room on the Roof\u003c\/em\u003e and continues the journey of Rusty, a young boy navigating freedom, friendship, and self-discovery in the Himalayan foothills. After leaving his guardian’s home, Rusty embarks on a wandering adventure with his friend Kishen. The two travel through valleys, small towns, and forests, meeting a variety of colorful characters along the way. Rusty learns about hardship, loyalty, and the complexities of growing up, while Kishen struggles with his own troubles, including loss and separation. The novel beautifully captures the innocence of youth, the pain of change, and the joy of unexpected friendships. With Bond’s signature warmth and lyrical descriptions of the hills, the book portrays a touching story of two boys searching for belonging and purpose in an unpredictable world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuskin Bond\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of India’s most beloved authors, known for his simple yet evocative storytelling and deep affection for the Himalayan landscape where he has lived most of his life. Born in 1934 in Kasauli, he has written numerous novels, short stories, essays, and children’s books that highlight themes of nature, friendship, nostalgia, and the beauty of everyday life. His works, including \u003cem data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003eThe Room on the Roof\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003eThe Blue Umbrella\u003c\/em\u003e, and countless short stories, have endeared him to generations of readers. Bond received the Sahitya Akademi Award and the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan for his contributions to literature. His writing remains timeless, comforting, and deeply human.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of Used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":46934151201025,"sku":"2DBAPUTAA-Used","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/VagrantsintheValley.jpg?v=1627244202","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/vagrants-in-the-valley","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}