The Child who Played with the Spirits
Author: Linthoi Chanu
ISBN: 978-8119626724
Price: Rs. 375.25 • ✓ 100% Genuine Publisher Edition
Book Overview
Piktru is a young girl, who is full of life. She lives with her parents and grandmother in a beautiful village called Khunou, in Manipur. Piktru loves to play with her friends and doesn’t want to stop, But every day her mother asks her to come home at twilight. Piktru wants to know why she has to stop playing at dusk. So her grandmother tells her the story of Meiri, the child who played with spirits… A lyrical story about the innocence of childhood, the warmth of family and learning about accepting boundaries. About the Author: Linthoi Chanu (Potsangbam Linthoingambi Chanu) is a writer from Manipur. Her area of interest includes Manipuri folklore, legends and mythologies, of which she has experimented with modern retellings for the new generation through various media platforms. She is the author of The Tales of Kanglei Throne (2017); Wari (2019), a collection of short stories; and Wayel Kati: The Quest of the Seven Guardians (2023). About the Illustrator: Rishita Loitongbam is an illustrator from Manipur, currently pursuing Communication Design at National Institute of Design, Andhra Pradesh. She loves bringing adorable characters to life through her illustrations. In her free time, Rishita enjoys taking aimless walks, humming along to her favourite songs. Read more
Browse this title within our Children's Books collection. Edition details: Images in this review, English, 28 pages. Reference ISBN: 978-8119626724.
Book Specifications & Quick Facts
- Reading Level
- Ages 6–10 / Early Readers
- Language & Format
- English • Images in this review
- ISBN Reference
- 978-8119626724
- Publisher
- Niyogi Books Private Limited
- Pan-India Delivery
- Dispatches in 24–48 Hours across India
What is this book about?
Piktru is a young girl, who is full of life. She lives with her parents and grandmother in a beautiful village called Khunou, in Manipur. Piktru loves to play with her friends and doesn’t want to stop, But every day her mother asks her to come home at twilight. Piktru wants to know why she has to...
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 this gentle, atmospheric story that feels like a warm tale whispered at dusk. Through Piktru’s curiosity and her grandmother’s haunting folktale, you experience the magic of Manipuri folklore while exploring themes of childhood innocence, family bonds, and learning when to pause. The lyrical narration and cultural depth make it perfect for shared reading, sparking conversations about boundaries without losing a sense of wonder. It’s a tender story that stays with you long after the last page.
- Published by Niyogi Books Private Limited.
- Language: English.
- Page count: 28.
Catalog Description
Piktru is a young girl, who is full of life. She lives with her parents and grandmother in a beautiful village called Khunou, in Manipur. Piktru loves to play with her friends and doesn’t want to stop, But every day her mother asks her to come home at twilight. Piktru wants to know why she has to stop playing at dusk. So her grandmother tells her the story of Meiri, the child who played with spirits… A lyrical story about the innocence of childhood, the warmth of family and learning about accepting boundaries. About the Author: Linthoi Chanu (Potsangbam Linthoingambi Chanu) is a writer from Manipur. Her area of interest includes Manipuri folklore, legends and mythologies, of which she has...
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