THE WISE PARROT

Once upon a time, there was a
Raja who owned a parrot and its name was Hiramantota.Delving into stories
from folklore, epics and legends, Ruskin Bond brings to life a cast of
fantastic and extraordinary characters. From the wise parrot Hiramantota who
brings the fruit of immortality to the king but suffers grievously for it, to
the Green Man of Sinai, who now haunts the desert of Sinai; from the boy
wonder Jivaka who can solve all sorts of problems, to Sindbad the sailor, who
has magical adventures on his voyages, these stories are as exciting as they
are unforgettable.Retold here by Ruskin Bond with his characteristic wit, The
Wise Parrot is a treasure trove of tales that is sure to delight and
entertain a new generation of readers.