Book: How the Mango Got its Magic
Author: Sudha Murty
Art: Priyanka Pachpande
Publisher: Puffin Books
Pages: 44
How Long it Took Me To Read: Half an Hour
Plot Summary: We all love the sweetness of mango and how it quenches our thirst on a hot summer day, but have you ever wondered how the mango got its magical sweetness? The tale of how such sweetness came into existence is a fascinating one indeed. India's favourite storyteller brings alive this delightlful tale with her inimitable wit and simplicity. Bursting with captivating illustrations, this gorgeous chapter book is the ideal introduction for beginners to the world of Sudha Murty.
Review: We all love mangoes. The king of fruits has all of us looking forward to the harsh months of summer. On it's own, or in pickles or chutneys, in milkshakes and ice-cream- Mangoes work in every which form. To have story about how the Mango got it's own special taste and sweetness just made me wish it was Mango season right now!
This is such a wonderful and simple tale of generosity and how human greed can get in the way of a good thing. The life lesson is expressed so simply and effectively that I am sure kids and even adults will learn a great deal.
Beautiful inside and out and the art is such a charming addition.
Seriously, pick this up and spend an hour just smiling and looking at the gorgeous art and a beautiful story.
Rating: 4/5
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