Author : Sandhya Rao
Illustrator : Proiti Roy
The quiet villages of Sundarban are terrorised by a monster with wild eyes, sharp teeth, striped skin and pointed nails — Dokkhin Rai! Until finally, Bon Bibi, protector of the forests and people, asks him a simple question: Why do you do this? The answer to this question is central to the age-old theme of human-animal harmony. Set in the lush and mysterious Sundarban in Bengal, the textured narrative and dramatic, detailed illustrations evoke the distinct culture of the place — the confluence of Hindu and Muslim mythologies, and the rhythm and concerns of everyday life at the edge of a forest.
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| Age | 6+ |
| Specifications | 28 pages; 10.5” x 8.5”; full colour; soft cover |
| ISBN | 978-81-8146-925-0 |
| First Published | 2011 |
| Tags | mythology, story set in Bengal, Sundarban, nature, forest, jungle, human-animal conflict, wildlife |
Beautiful mix of mythology and message
With the lush forests of Sundarban as the back-drop, Sandhya Rao has doled out a beautiful mix of mythology and a message which the kids can relate to so well. The story is supported by brilliant illustrations by Proity. If you want to tell your kids about co-existence, environment conservation and mutual non-interference, this book is a great fit! Life Under the Sky