Here is the citation from the jury which, much like the story of Oonga,
needs to be read in full!
"This novel uses the adventure story as a vehicle to explore how tribal protectors and conservators of nature can be historically marginalised and misunderstood by those in power. It helps young readers and adults see how we might move closer to stewardship by viewing the earth as tribal people do, and away from ownership and the resultant devastation that comes from the urban 'developmental' viewpoint.
This book is remarkable for building a powerful thematic structure by controlling several interacting leitmotifs. These interacting ideas bring within the novel's scope a staggering range of subtexts from hope in human wisdom to near despair at human depravity."
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EVENT! Pintoo And The Giant
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What will you do if you come face to face with a giant??
EEEK!
A faBOOlous story with a SPOOKtacular activity
on Saturday, 23 October, 10.30 am IST on Zoom |
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Can a snake learn to hiss and not bite?
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Why yes, it can! We spent International Day of Non-Violence (2nd October)
with the superstar storyteller and author Vayu Naidu! In her own inimitable way,
she narrated a Bengali folktale Hiss, Don't Bite!
It got the wheels turning, conversations running and children smiling :) |
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Perfect gifts for children!
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Everyone knows that books are cool.
But did you know books as return gifts are UBER cool?
With specially designed wrappers, thank you cards and a free book
for the birthday child, our gift sets are the talk of the town! |
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We have spent 25 years making children's books in many languages
so children read in the language of their choice.
But how many children have access to these books?
This gifting season, support NGOs and similar organisations by making
a small contribution towards their libraries. |
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We are deeply saddened by the passing away of iconic women's rights activist
and writer Kamla Bhasin on 25th September 2021
Our dear Kamla, like her Malu
Was fearless, strong and special too!
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A special set of our Little Changemakers cards
For readers to take first steps to change
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Don't forget to stay tuned to all the buzz at Tulika! |
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