One day, a local fruitseller finds a crocodile in a ditch. Catch that crocodile! should the terrified townspeople. But who will do it? And who says a crocodile should be caught?
Anushka Ravishankar Books
January 1, 1961
Anushka Ravishankar, a mathematics graduate, has earned international acclaim as an Indian children's author. She possesses a unique talent for nonsense verse, brilliantly adapting the challenging genre to Indian English usage with remarkable authenticity. Ravishankar is a pioneer of the Indian English nonsense verse form, bringing it to global attention. Her work distinctly showcases a playful yet insightful engagement with language, making her a significant voice in contemporary children's literature.
The Storyteller: Tales from the Arabian Nights (10th Anniversary Edition)
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Set against the backdrop of a perilous royal decree, the narrative follows Queen Scherazade, who must weave captivating tales to save her life and others from King Schariar's deadly whims. As she spins enchanting stories filled with magic, adventure, and intrigue, her nightly storytelling stretches into 1001 nights. This tenth-anniversary edition features fresh illustrations and a lively, humorous narration that brings the classic tales of the Arabian Nights to life, ensuring readers remain entranced throughout.
A funny and rhyming cat story with stunning, expressive art in the Warli style. Silkscreen-printed on handmade paper.
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A Mostly Random and Profoundly Nonsensical Enquiry Into the Nature of Apocalypse, Cartography, Education, Hairstyling, Interdimensional Travel, Intertemporal Travel, Mathematics, Monarchy, Philosophy, Physics, Poetry, Publishing, Religion and Toenails.
- 104 pages
- 4 hours of reading
In the kingdom of Ogd, a unique Messiah with a penchant for eating her own toenails embarks on a whimsical journey through various dimensions. This absurd tale, rich in nonsense prose, explores profound themes such as education, philosophy, and modern life's quirks, all while maintaining a humorous tone reminiscent of Lewis Carroll. Anushka Ravishankar's first book for older readers invites contemplation on serious issues through laughter and absurdity, encouraging readers to reflect on both the trivial and significant aspects of daily life.
It has gorgeous pictures, simple explanations and a very curious cat!
"Are you a smartypants? Do you ask a lot of questions? Like--Why do things fall down and not up? Why do things stay on the ground? Will the moon fall on us? If you do, then this book just might be for you."-- Page 4 of cover
Letters and words take the form of the images they describe in this zany book, guiding the reader through a fluid visual space where the words become puzzles. I Want to Be brings together joyful nonsense verse and brilliant typography to play with meaning, reflecting a child’s delight in the overturning of logic.
Baddbaddpur ist ein kleines Dorf. Und wie in kleinen Dörfern überall auf der Welt, bleibt auch hier kein Ereignis lange geheim. Aber nicht nur das: Eine Nachricht wird hier ein wenig aufgebauscht und dort ein bisschen ausgeschmückt, bis sie als unglaubliches Gerücht die Runde macht. Welch haarsträubendes Gerücht sich aus dem harmlosen Missgeschick entwickelt, dass sich der Griesgram Pandurang aus Baddbaddpur an einer Feder verschluckt hat, bringt am Ende nicht nur alle Leute im Dorf zum Lachen, sondern auch alle kleinen Leser dieser phantasievollen und farbenfroh illustrierten Geschichte aus Indien.
Zählen lernen leicht gemacht - mit den wunderbaren Bildern der indischen Malerin Durga Bai: Am Anfang klettert eine Ameise auf den Baum. Dann kommen zwei fixe Echsen, drei freche Ratten, vier Kaninchen, fünf wilde Hunde, sechs süße Ferkel und noch viel mehr Tiere dazu. Ob der Baum das aushält? Klar, der ist stark. Und die Ameise sucht sich immer wieder einen neuen Platz: Auf jedem Bild kann man sie suchen! Und wer genau hinguckt, kann noch viel mehr entdecken ...
