Khirer Putul by Abanindranath Thakur [Hardcover]

This fairytale, "Kheerer Putul," narrates the story of a king with two queens, Duo and Suo. When the king went on a trade journey, he brought back expensive jewelry and sarees for Suo Rani, as she wished. However, Duo Rani asked for a monkey cub, and that is what she received. But this was no ordinary monkey—it was a magical monkey from a land of wizards. It could talk like a human and loved the elder queen like a son, always trying to wipe away her tears.

The magical monkey cleverly won the king's favor towards the elder queen and even brought a real prince to Duo Rani's lap. It also ensured that the envious Suo Rani faced the punishment for all her sins. This enchanting tale is about how the magical monkey orchestrated these events.

The storyteller, too, is a magician of words, with illustrations that bring the story to life. The Ananda edition of "Kheerer Putul" features vibrant, eye-catching illustrations that add to the charm of the tale.

This captivating fairytale continues to be a beloved classic, enchanting readers with its magic and wisdom.