Mulla Nasruddin

Shashank encounters Mulla Nasruddin, or “MN,” through a mysterious doodle. As MN tells his strange and funny stories, Shashank begins to question whether his new friend is simply crazy or surprisingly wise. When Shashank becomes trapped in a magical grid, the stories may hold the key to his escape.

Sampurna Chattarji is an Indian poet, novelist and translator. She has written across genres and is known for creating imaginative works that appeal to both children and adults

The book brings the traditional tales of Mulla Nasruddin into the modern world of a thirteen-year-old boy named Shashank. Through humorous questions, clever answers and absurd situations, Mulla teaches Shashank to look at problems differently. The story blends humour, fantasy, adventure and wisdom, making the classic Nasruddin tales accessible to young readers.