Feluda and Topshe are on vacation in picturesque Gangtok when they stumble upon the mysterious murder of a business executive. There are many suspects-the dead man’s business partner Sasadhar Bose, the long-haired foreigner Helmut, the mysterious Dr Vaidya, perhaps even the timid Mr Sarkar. Feluda unravels the knotty case with his usual aplomb and tracks the criminal down in a far-flung monastery.

A collection of short stories for children written by Prakash Manu.

कुत्ते की कहानी मुंशी प्रेमचंद कल्लू कुत्ते के आश्चर्यजनक कारनामों की अनोखी कहानी। वह अपने संघर्ष, साहस, और चतुराई से अनेक बार लोगों की जान बचाता है। वह एक भाड़ में पैदा हुआ था। पंडित के याहाँ पला था लेकिन ब्रिटेन तक घूम आया। अख़बारों में उसकी ख़बरें छपती रहीं। फिर वह अपने उसी गाँव में लौट आया, जहाँ पैदा हुआ था। इसमें हास्य है, खौफ़ है, रोमांच है और जीवन के लिए ज़रूरी सीख भी।

The first novel to feature the master sleuth Feluda and his teenaged assistant Topshe, this tale is full of adventure, mystery and intrigue. Feluda and Topshe are on holiday in Lucknow when a priceless Mughal ring is stolen. Feluda begins to investigate the case and finds himself hot on the trail of a devious criminal. The hunt for the ring takes them to Laxmanjhoola, and a deadly encounter with a python in a log cabin.

“That’s all? You mean to tell me that school will now cost us money? Out of the question! You should stop these dreams now,” he said angrily. No girl from Jamuna’s community had ever studied beyond Class 4. But she has other plans: she wants to go to college! As she grows, however, the possibility of being forced to drop out of school looms above her. Jamuna certainly has it in her to fight all odds, but will circumstances relent? Priti David plots the tough journey of a young girl who can never be sure of her future, yet won’t give up. this story is for the age group 10-15 years and is in partnership with People's Archive of Rural India.

In Varanasi during the Durga Puja, a valuable statuette of Ganesh is stolen from the famous Ghoshal household. Before he can recover it, Feluda has to face the arch-villain Maganlal Meghraj, solve a murder case, and unmask a fraud sadhu. One of Feluda’s most hair-raising adventures, this case puts all his skills to the test.

Gulliver's Travels in Liliput is a classic work of English literature that has enthralled readers for centuries. Originally published in 1726, this adventure novel tells the story of Lemuel Gulliver, a ship's surgeon who embarks on four voyages and encounters strange lands inhabited by bizarrely-sized people and other fantastical creatures. His first journey finds him washed ashore on the tiny island of Liliput, home to people who are only six inches tall. Gulliver towers over the Liliputians, yet finds himself at their mercy when they bind him down. His interactions with the Liliputian court and people provide amusing social and political satire. Written in an imaginative yet matter-of-fact style, Swift's tale blends humor and fantasy with deeper reflections on human nature and the follies of government. This edition features the original illustrations and text, transporting readers to a whimsical yet thought-provoking world.

As lightning and thunder tore the sky apart, Ammini knelt. She had decided to pray. As she started, she heard screaming. Ammini’s serene life in the valleys of Wayanad is disrupted by the oncoming of a sudden seething storm. The profitable vanilla and pepper plantations, that had replaced the beautiful local paddy and coffee, are washed away in muddy deluge and destruction. Could the immense personal and natural loss have been avoided? Will Ammini be able to rise above past mistakes and hail a more sustainable future? Read Vishaka George’s keen inspection of the climate crisis in Ammini Against the Storm through the lens of farming life in Kerala. Age group 10-15, created in partnership with People's Archive of Rural India.

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Did you know there was a time when bears spoke, the moon laughed and babies were found inside fish? Have you heard of the two-horned sage who had never seen a woman in Did you know there was a time when bears spoke, the moon laughed, and babies were found inside fish? Have you heard of the two-horned sage who had never seen a woman in his life? Did you know Ravana's half-brother was the god of wealth? Have you ever seen a man with a thousand arms? The tales in this collection revolve around the two most popular avatars of Lord Vishnu-Rama and Krishna-and their lineage. Countless stories about them abound, yet most are gradually disappearing from the hearts and minds of the current generation. Bestselling author Sudha Murty takes you on an captivating journey, sharing stories of days when demons and gods walked among humans, animals could speak, and gods bestowed magnificent boons upon ordinary people.his life? Did you know Ravana's half-brother was the god of wealth? Have you ever seen a man with a thousand arms? The tales in this collection surround the two most popular avatars of Lord Vishnu-Rama and Krishna-and their lineage. Countless stories about the two abound, yet most are simply disappearing from the hearts and minds of the present generation. Bestselling author Sudha Murty takes you on an arresting tour, all the while telling you of the days when demons and gods walked alongside humans, animals could talk and gods granted the most glorious boons to common people.

‘खुशबू की चोरी ’ में शामिल कहानियाँ मूल रूप से बाँग्‍ला में लिखी गईं थी। इस किताब के ज़रिये हम हिन्‍दी में पढ़वा रहे हैं। फिर भी हमने कहीं-कहीं बाँग्‍ला के असर बचाकर रखे हैं। ताकि लगे कि यह हिन्‍दी किसी बाँग्‍ला वाले द्वारा रची जा रही है। भाषा अलग होने से बचपन की रुचियाँ, अहसास और कारनामे अलग नहीं हो जाते। प्‍यार, बूझ, डर, गुस्‍सा, होशियारी और कल्‍पना आदि भावों की ज़मीन भाषा नहीं है। ये व्‍यक्‍त ज़रूर भाषा में होते हैं। इस गुच्‍छे में भी इनके बारे में दिलचस्‍प कहानियाँ हैं। Age 12+

A deserted temple. The death of a patriarch. An escaped tiger. An incident near the desolate Chhinnamasta temple on the rocky riverbank of Rajrappa leads to the death of Mahesh Chowdhury, the head of a Hazaribagh family. Adding to the mystery are a set of coded diaries, a valuable stamp collection that is missing and a tiger that is roaming the streets of Hazaribagh. One of Feluda’s most intriguing adventures, this shows the master sleuth at his best.

Sarchi, 1921 When Dak Chacha comes to visit, Luxmi feels only joy and excitement. But this time, there is something dark underfoot-Chacha is worried and there are policemen coming to search their house. Luxmi learns that both Dak Chacha and her mother are involved-in their own small ways-in the struggle for liberation from the unjust laws and practices that the British regime forces on all of them. This makes her determined to be part of it too. Even if that means undertaking a risky mission which no one else is able to do . . . The Songs of Freedom series explores the lives of children across India during the struggle for independence. The series complements school textbooks about the independence movement. As the stories are told from a child’s point of view, these stories bring the facts of the independence movement to vivid life in settings all over the country—and inspire each reader to engage with the idea of India.

‘अमर शहीद शेख भिखारी’ स्वतंत्रता सेनानी शेख भिखारी की कहानी है। भारतीय स्वतंत्रता संग्राम में बच्चों की रुचि पैदा करने वाली यह पुस्तक चित्र-कथा के रूप में है। यह बच्चों की संवेदनशीलता को बढ़ाने के साथ उनमें देश-प्रेम की भावना भी जगाती है।

Mahatma Gandhi's life story in Hindi by Madhuker Upadhyay.

This classic novel by Mark Twain follows the mischievous adventures of Tom Sawyer along the Mississippi River. Tom's escapades get him into and out of trouble, as he convinces his friends to whitewash a fence for him and attends his own funeral after faking his own death. Readers will be entertained by Tom's clever tricks and his friendship with Huckleberry Finn. Twain's vivid descriptions transport readers to the rural American landscape of the 1840s. Generations have been captivated by the lighthearted yet meaningful story of Tom Sawyer growing up in a small river town. With themes of friendship, rebellion against societal norms and exploring the world, this coming-of-age novel remains beloved for its humor and relatable characters.

Chachi Ka Faisala

आप अपनी गली के कुत्‍तों को कितना जानते हैंॽ जिनको किसी ने नहीं पाला वो सभी के भरोसे हमारे साथ रहते हैं। ‘एक था रामू’ भी गली के एक कुत्‍ते की कहानी है; जो ज़रा सी देखभाल से लेखक का आत्‍मीय बन गया। नीलेश गहलोत ने किताब के चित्र बनाये हैं, उन्‍होंने सिर्फ रामू नहीं बनाया। उसके दूसरे अनाम साथियों के चित्र भी बनाये। इनमें आप अपनी गली के कुत्‍ते को पहचान सकते हैं। रामू के ज़रिये से यह कहानी भी यही कहती है।

Tanjore, 1942 There are few excitements in Thambi’s quiet life. There is the new hotel, disapproved of by elders, which lures him with the aroma of sambar with onions. There are visits to the library to read the newspaper, and once in a while, a new movie at the Rajaram Electric Theatre. More disagreeably, there are fortnightly visits from his uncle to lay down the law. When Gandhiji announces the Quit India movement, Tanjore is torn apart by protests. The train station-the lifeline of the town-is vandalized. Mysterious leaflets are circulated, containing news that newspapers do not publish. And inspired by the idea of a free India and his own dreams of being an engineer, Thambi must find the courage to do what he believes is right-even when it endangers all he holds dear. The Songs of Freedom series explores the lives of children across India during the struggle for independence.

A gripping adventure and mystery story set in the past 3rd century BCE, Pataliputra, India Madhura is twelve and lives in the legendary city of Pataliputra during the reign of King Ashoka of the Mauryan dynasty. She works in the palace as the maid and companion of Princess Sanghamitra. Madhura does not like it all! Life is so boring. She dreams of travelling across the land like her brother Kartik, who is a trader and growing up to become a soldier, fighting with swords and riding horses. Madhuras dreams suddenly come true as she travels with Kartik from Pataliputra to Ujjaini in a caravan. On the way mysterious things begin to happen. Who is that fat man who gives Kartik packets full of gold and silver coins? Why are they stopping at Vidisha to meet a Buddhist monk? Kartik is up to something, and Madhura has to find out the truth. Read this fascinating account of Madhuras life, and discover what it was like to grow up in the past!