The Blue Umbrella

In a small village in the Indian Himalayas, young Binya trades her lucky leopard-claw pendant for a beautiful blue umbrella. The umbrella makes her the center of attention, and shopkeeper Ram Bharosa becomes determined to possess it. The story follows the villagers' reactions to Binya's prized possession and explores envy, kindness, and generosity.

by Ruskin Bond

Pegasus Books · First published 1974 · 64 pages