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The Whistling Schoolboy and Other Stories of School Life

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Ruskin Bond
Ruskin Bond

Ruskin Bond is a celebrated Indian author born in May 1934. He is renowned for his contributions to children's literature and adult fiction, with his works often reflecting the Indian countryside and its people. Bond's writing style is characterized by its warmth, humor, and insight into the Indian way of life. more

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