One Night In The Sunderbans - Softcover

Daver, Tannaz

9789381115473: One Night In The Sunderbans

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9381115478 ISBN 13: 9789381115473

Publisher: Happy Squirrel, 2011

This is the story of 8-year-old Diya, who lives with her family in a little village in the Sunderbans-with its mangroves, waterways and dense forests.Diya and her beloved goat Mishti go through a serious of adventures that bring them face to face with some of the most dreaded creatures of the Sunderbans - the King Cobra, the crocodile and the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger. This endearing story comes with a message about the laws of nature and the precarious state of our natural heritage, which every child needs to know and make their own. Given our bleak wildlife scenario, a story with a strong conservation message is very valuable in itself. But One Night in the Sunderbans, is special for other reasons as well. It is a good story, told well, which grabs and holds one's attention. The powerful illustrations complement the message and plot Tannaz Daver makes the Sunderbans come alive through the careful use of detail the Genwa and K'nalsa flowers, the honey-collectors, and of course the Sundari trees. A perfect addition to a family bookshelf. ~ Zai Whitaker, Author, Teacher & Environmentalist.

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About the Author:

Tannaz Daver always knew she wanted to write. She just was not sure what she wanted to write about. With a degree in English Literature from Calcutta University, she moved to Mumbai and worked as a copywriter. Tannaz lived in Europe and Australia for a few years and then returned to Mumbai, opting for a career in the social sector. During this time, she decided to combine her interests in creative writing and in social issues. She finally knew what she wanted to write. One Night in the Sunderbans is her first story for children. About the Illustrator For Ratna Moriniaux Rege, painting has always been a passion. After a degree in Fine Arts (Applied Arts) from the J.J.School of Arts, Mumbai, she worked for a long period as an Art Director in an advertising firm. Ratna moved to France after her marriage where she now heads an art workshop in a centre for mentally handicapped people. In her spare time she pursues her passion for art. She has recently illustrated a children s book in French.

Review:

Given our bleak wildlife scenario, a story with a strong conservation message is very valuable in itself. But One Night in the Sunderbans, is special for other reasons as well. It is a good story, told well, which grabs and holds one's attention. The powerful illustrations complement the message and plot Tannaz Daver makes the Sunderbans come alive through the careful use of detail the Genwa and K'nalsa flowers, the honey-collectors, and of course the Sundari trees. A perfect addition to a family bookshelf. -- Zai Whitaker, Author, Teacher & Environmentalist. --leadstartcorp

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