Bond, Ruskin
The Room on the Roof
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141386768
- author:
- Bond, Ruskin
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 129mm X 198mm
- Genre:
- Children & Young Adults
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Room on the Roof is a coming-of-age novel that explores the complexities of identity and belonging. Written by Ruskin Bond at just seventeen years old, it tells the story of a teenage boy's journey towards self-discovery.
Orphaned and living with his English guardian in Dehra Dun, Rusty feels stifled by the strict rules of his new life. He runs away to live with Indian friends, immersing himself in the vibrant world of the bazaar and Hindu festivals. This choice marks a turning point in Rusty's life, as he leaves behind the prim proprieties of his European community.
The result is a story that captures the essence of youthful rebellion and the search for one's place in the world. With its themes of identity, culture, and belonging, The Room on the Roof remains a powerful and relatable tale for readers today.
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