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  • by Jha Rambharos
    £23.49

    Waterlife features Mithila art, a vibrant and delicate form of folk painting from Bihar in eastern India.

  • by Nisha Nair
    £11.99

    Ideas Methods Process.

  • by Sirish Rao
    £20.49

    A haunting parable of love and destiny, printed and bound by hand, and illustrated in the delicate and ornamental Patachitra tradition of Orissa in eastern India.

  • by K Matsouka
    £20.49

    The vital connections between lived life and the practice of art in the Gond village of Patangarh, explored through the interplay of text, photos and illustrations.

  • by DAS AMRITA
    £7.99

    In the light of continuing debates on Indian women's mobility and choices, young Mithila painter from Bihar, India, Amrita Das offers a disarmingly fresh perspective on being female and an artist in the making.

  • - And Other Stories
     
    £9.49

  • by Gaby Franger
    £25.49

    The ways in which the great Mexican artist is kept alive in popular memory through countless souvenirs, images and mementos is unprecedented in the world of art... did Frida herself lay some of these trails?

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    £10.99

    People from the Rathwa tribe in Gujarat create a ritual wall painting as a way of worshipping their gods. To paint is to mirror - and honour - creation. This sophisticated conception of the transformative power of art has been turned into a deceptively simple children's tale, featuring a fold-out Pithora painting.

  • by Jasmine Isabelle Parker
    £6.49

    Activity book introducing Indian art traditions, showing how art is as much about the imagination as it is about depiction.

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    £11.99

    A retelling of traditional Gond tales about the tiger, illustrated with richly symbolic art - capturing not only the mythic and iconic status of the great beast, but also a time, place and relationship that is lost to us.

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    £7.99

    Trace, flip and bring each animal in this book face to face with his or her twin... What happens next? That's entirely up to you!

  • by Luisa Martelo with Variou
    £6.49

    This unusual art activity book featuring fish introduces children to a variety of Indian art traditions.

  • by Anushka Ravishankar
    £15.49

    A book sure to delight cat lovers, art lovers and artsy cat lovers!

  • by Chr & Anuskha Ravishankar
    £6.99

    Kind Kiwis Kiss Kangaroos; Lazy Lions Lick Lollipops; Plump Penguins Play Ping Pong... There is no end to the things animals get up to in this quirkily alliterative alphabet book.

  • by Paola Ferrarotti with Var
    £6.49

    Through tracing, patterning and coloring the elephants, this book introduces children to a variety of Indian art traditions.

  • by Eman Anushka Ravishankar
    £8.49

  • by Gita Wolf & Joydeb Chitra
    £11.99

    "The book’s innovative accordion design illustrated in the Bengal Patua style of scroll painting is just one of the sumptuous design elements that distinguish it as a remarkable offering. . . A gorgeous re-envisioning of an old, old story." — Kirkus Reviews Starred Review"This striking version is illustrated by Joydeb Chitrakar in a Bengali style of scroll painting—with rich colors, strong black lines." — The Wall Street Journal"The stunning illustrations—which really constitute one continual image—reflect an openhearted, instantly accessible folk art aesthetic . . . a glorious example of storytelling’s universality."— Publishers Weekly Starred Review"An arresting first image—God’s huge, baleful eye—is the visual source of all that follows. . . provocative" — The Horn Book Magazine"This beautifully designed and intelligently produced retelling of the flood expands the bounds of bookmaking." — Shelf AwarenessIn this Indian version of the Biblical tale, talented Bengali Patua scroll painter Joydeb Chitrakar leads the reader from a deluge of water to a rainbow of hope. A book that can be leafed through in the traditional way or unfolded out as an accordion, the vibrant illustrations and concise text provide a singular approach to an ancient, universal story. Suitable for children ages 6+.US Grade Level Equivalent: 3, US Guided Reading Level: O

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    £7.99

    The only notebook that is as unique on the outside as whatever you choose to scribble inside, each flukebook is covered with a fusion of eclectic prints and colours, totally original.

  • by Indrapramit Ro Gita Wolf
    £17.99

  • by Indrapramit Ro Gita Wolf
    £18.99

    Gita Wolf and Sirish Rao, Illustrated by Indrapramit Roy

  • by Subhash Amaliyar with Git
    £11.99

    Neela and Peela are excited about Bhagoria, a wonderful carnival that the Bhil people of central India celebrate every year. The book brings together an intriguing map that also tells a story, innovative signage that keeps the children from losing their way, and a series of wondrous sights as they weave their way through the carnival.

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