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The Spring of Life
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This book explores the life of Moirangthem Loiya Ngamba and the forest in Manipur he has dedicated his life to. With lyrical text and vivid illustrations, it brings alive the struggles, the sorrows and the joys of Loiya’s life at Punshilok, and offers inspiration to us all.
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This book explores the life of Moirangthem Loiya Ngamba and the forest in Manipur he has dedicated his life to. With lyrical text and vivid illustrations, it brings alive the struggles, the sorrows and the joys of Loiya’s life at Punshilok, and offers inspiration to us all.
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Naresh Saxena +1
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