Malgudi Adventures: Classic Tales for Children

This compilation includes a curated mix of short stories along with extracts from some of the author's most celebrated adult novels. It is carefully assembled to present his vivid, signature fictional universe to young readers aged 10 and above

R. K. Narayan (1906–2001) was one of India's pioneering and most cherished English-language novelists. Best known for creating the fictional town of Malgudi, his simple writing style and gentle ironies earned him global acclaim, alongside prestigious national honors like the Padma Vibhushan.

; Chandran, who falls head over heels in love by the Sarayu river; a young boy lost on the streets at night; and Raja the tiger, who causes chaos by seeking shelter inside a local school house. Culled from masterworks like The Guide and The English Teacher, the narrative blends innocence and light humor to paint an enduring portrait of small-town childhood