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Recommended short story books (2)
Travel the world without leaving your chair. If you are into short story here are some short story books from India for the next part of the Read Around The World Challenge.

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Pinjar

Pinjar: The Skeleton and Other Stories by Amrita Pitam EN

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Country: Asia / India flag India
Description:
"The skeleton ... [is] set against the background of religious and clan feuds on the eve of Partition ... That man is a compelling account of a young man born under strange circumstances and abandoned at the altar of God"--Page 4 of cover

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The Jungle Books by Rudyard Kipling EN

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Country: Asia / India flag India
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Rudyard Kipling’s best-loved book is now the basis for the Netflix film Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle starring Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett, Benedict Cumberbatch, Freida Pinto, and Rohan Chand A Penguin Classic The story of Mowgli, a man-cub who is brought up by wolves in the jungles of Central India, is one of the greatest literary myths ever created. As he embarks on a series of thrilling escapades, Mowgli encounters such unforgettable creatures as the bear Baloo, the graceful black panther Bagheera, and Shere Khan, the tiger with blazing eyes. Other animal stories range from the dramatic b... continue
Recommended: 01 Sep 2023


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