The curious case of Uncle Tarini

Author: Satyajit Ray

Format: paperback

Age: Ages 10 Plus

Quick Overview

Step into the irresistible world of Tarini Khuro--the witty, eccentric, and unflappable adventurer whose life reads like one long, outrageous anecdote. Whether he is outsmarting a venomous scorpion and an even more venomous twelve-year-old prankster in Ajmer before finding himself in the middle of a terrifying dacoity, spending a night in a haunted hunting lodge, calmly interviewing a ghost at midnight, or travelling across India as the manager of a master magician, Uncle Tarini never fails to enthrall his young listeners.

For the first time, all fifteen Uncle Tarini stories are brought together in a complete English translation, introducing a new generation of readers to Satyajit Ray's inimitable humour, warmth, and sense of wonder.

This collector's gift edition also features rare original artwork by Satyajit Ray, offering a unique glimpse into the creative world of one of India's most celebrated storytellers and filmmakers.

A treasure for Ray admirers and lovers of classic storytelling alike, The Curious World of Uncle Tarini is a celebration of boundless imagination and the timeless joy of a well-told story.