THE STORY OF RAM

An unusual retelling of the Ramayan, with a special focus on the animals and demons who lived in the forest where Ram spent his days in exile. Drawing on Valmiki, Tulsidas and other popular sources, the author's graphic descriptions of nature and characters skilfully bring alive this timeless epic.Complementing and reflecting the mood of the text, Sujasha Dasgupta's superlative illustrations make the book a vibrant visual treat.One time teacher, journalist and master storyteller, Pratibha Nath has written many books for children, including a humorous series about the adventures of a baby monkey. Her other interests are gardening, bird watching, reading and listening to music.