The Boy Who Wanted To Know More
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Price: Rs. 225. "In 'The Boy Who Wanted To Know More', semi-urban Srikakulam of pre-independent India comes alive with fascinating characters a stalwart grandfather, a gritty grandmother, colorful schoolteachers, and the lively escapades of energetic young boys. Rich with humor and sepia-toned memories, the book transports readers to a bygone era." - Sekhar Kapoor, Filmmaker "Can we ever run out of questions? Can we ever know enough? In pellucid, vivid prose, Emani Rani Sarma's The Boy Who Wanted To Know More takes us back to childhood, a time of endless questions and discovery. Thammudu, a curious boy in Srikakulam, meets life's big mysteries: heroes from his grandfather to Gandhi, the joys and sorrows of family, and questions that lead to his acquaintance with historical figures, ghosts, science, poetry and the deepest values: truth and solidarity." - Githa Hariharan, Writer "Emani Rani Sarma weaves history and lived experience into enchanting stories. She recreates life in pre-independence Srikakulam through Thammudu, a spirited boy with a gang of friends. We see the world through his curiosity-and through his family, including a most untypical poet grandmother. A book to be enjoyed and treasured by readers of all ages." - Gillian Wright, Writer & Translator