When Gopu's father (Baba) falls sick, the visually impaired Gopu knows he would have to step out alone. He negotiates the crowds, the markets and the traffic of the city of Calcutta, all by himself, to reach his grandma's house to get her to cook Baba's favourite fish curry. Does he succeed in bringing it home to him? In this book, Richa Jha writes as much about the courage of Gopu as she does about the sounds and smells of a bustling metropolis. Sumanta Dey brings alive the city of Calcutta between the covers of this book and makes the readers feel they are walking alongside Gopu.
ISBN: 9789353213121
Pages: 40
Avg Reading Time: 1 hrs
Age: 0-11
Country of Origin: India
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Customer Reviews
October 24, 2024, 1:04 pm
Awantika Singh
nice one
What is Machher Jhol about?
Machher Jhol follows a young boy in Kolkata as he journeys across the city to get fresh fish for his father’s favourite dish. What begins as a simple errand turns into a sensory adventure filled with sounds, colours, street corners, and the pulse of Bengal. The book blends food, family, and city life into a heartfelt story that feels both local and universal.
Why should readers pick up Machher Jhol?
It’s a rich picture book that brings Indian food culture to children in a way that feels real and full of life. The illustrations capture Kolkata beautifully, and the story gently shows love expressed through everyday acts — in this case, cooking someone’s favourite meal.
Who is Machher Jhol ideal for?
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Kids aged 4–8
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Families who enjoy food-themed stories
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Classrooms exploring Indian culture, cities, or traditions
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Libraries building multicultural picture book collections
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Read-aloud sessions with sensory storytelling
Key Themes
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Family and caregiving
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Food culture (Bengali cuisine)
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City life and exploration
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Love expressed through everyday gestures
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Tradition and belonging
Where to read or buy Machher Jhol?
Here’s the link: https://rachnaye.com/books/picture-books/machher-jhol-english-by-pickle-yolk-books
