Malgudi Schooldays (Puffin Classics)
Author: Shashi (Intro. Narayan, R.K.& Deshpande
ISBN: 978-9082649307
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Book Overview
Set in India's pre-independent era, in a sleepy fictitious town, Malgudi, Malgudi Schooldays (Puffin Classics) revolves around the adventures of a typical school boy named Swami. His notorious gang of friends, include Mani, Somu, Samuel, Pea, Sankar and the latest entry, Rajam. Swaminathan is a boy who shudders at the very thought of school.Swami's days are filled with action. He is either creating an uproar in the classroom or making preparations for passing his exams in a short cut method. He loves running down the streets of Malgudi with the coachman's son's hoop. He enjoys playing pranks, especially on his grandmother. Inspired by a vibrant Swadeshi demonstration, he even stones the school windows. His antics also include gazing at trains and entertaining himself with different hairstyles and caps.The much awaited Malgudi Cricket Club is organized and Swami is chosen to be the team's bowler. A superstar of the team, Swami is posed with a major problem. He has to be present at the school drill and the cricket coaching at the same time. On the day of the prestigious match with the neighboring Young Men's union, things go terribly wrong. What will Swami do now?Malgudi Schooldays (Puffin Classics) was published by Penguin India in 2009 and is available in paperback. Key Features: This book is an abridged version of the celebrated novel, Swami and Friends. Doordarshan had telecast these stories as a serial.
Browse this title within our Birthday Gift collection. Edition details: Images in this review, English, 264 pages. Reference ISBN: 978-9082649307.
About the Author
R.K. Narayan was an Indian writer. He is known for his Malgudi series. He is one of the most important figures of early Indian English literature and is hailed as the one who brought this type of literature to the rest of the world. Narayan was a recipient of many awards and honors like the A.C. Benson Medal from The Royal Society of Literature and the prestigious Padma Vibhushan.
Book Specifications & Quick Facts
- Reading Level
- Ages 6–10 / Early Readers
- Language & Format
- English • Images in this review
- ISBN Reference
- 978-9082649307
- Publisher
- Penguin India
- Pan-India Delivery
- Dispatches in 24–48 Hours across India
What is this book about?
Set in India's pre-independent era, in a sleepy fictitious town, Malgudi, Malgudi Schooldays (Puffin Classics) revolves around the adventures of a typical school boy named Swami. His notorious gang of friends, include Mani, Somu, Samuel, Pea, Sankar and the latest entry, Rajam. Swaminathan is a boy...
Who should read this book?
Ideal for young readers, parents, and elementary school students looking for an engaging, humor-filled adventure that builds reading confidence and vocabulary.
Why Readers Pick This Edition
- You’ll fall in love with Swami’s world from the very first page. This charming, pocket‑friendly classic captures the mischief, fears, friendships and small rebellions of school life with warmth and gentle humour. Set in the unforgettable town of Malgudi, it feels both timeless and deeply Indian, making you smile at Swami’s antics while remembering your own childhood. It’s an easy, joyful read that proves great stories don’t have to be long or expensive to stay with you forever.
- Published by Penguin India.
- Language: English.
- Page count: 264.
Catalog Description
Set in India's pre-independent era, in a sleepy fictitious town, Malgudi, Malgudi Schooldays (Puffin Classics) revolves around the adventures of a typical school boy named Swami. His notorious gang of friends, include Mani, Somu, Samuel, Pea, Sankar and the latest entry, Rajam. Swaminathan is a boy who shudders at the very thought of school.Swami's days are filled with action. He is either creating an uproar in the classroom or making preparations for passing his exams in a short cut method. He loves running down the streets of Malgudi with the coachman's son's hoop. He enjoys playing pranks, especially on his grandmother. Inspired by a vibrant Swadeshi demonstration, he even stones the...
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