num_pages: 327
description: An illustrated book for children and adults alike, Ruskin Bond's Children's Omnibus is a collection of some of his classic stories. Most of these stories are set in the hills, but their appeal in universal. This volume includes the ever - popular Grandfather's Private Zoo written over twenty-five years ago and a favorite with two generations of children; Angry River and the Blue Umbrella, both of which have children as protagonists; The Road to the Bazaar, Ghost Trouble, 'Cricket for the Crocodile' and 'Dust on the Mountain', which chronicle small - town life in Northern India.These stories highlight the charm of simple living and are written in Ruskin Bond's witty and humorous style.
language: English
title: Ruskin Bond's Children's Omnibus
titlecomplete: Ruskin Bond's Children's Omnibus
genres: Childrens, Indian Literature, India, Fiction, Short Stories, Anthologies
ratings_count: 1297
publisher: Rupa Publications India