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Puffin Classics: The Best of Tenida
Rated 4.09 out of 5 based on 23 customer ratings
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SKU: 9780143333012
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Join Tenida and his quirky gang in 1900s Calcutta for hilarious misadventures! This Puffin Classics collection features five of Narayan Gangopadhyay’s best-loved stories, including the novella *Charmurti*. Filled with wit and old-world charm, *The Best of Tenida* introduces the iconic Bengali character to English readers. Get ready for tall tales, cowardly antics, and a gargantuan appetite! ISBN: 9780143333012
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Prasad Balasaheb Ekhande –
Charming and funny! Tenida is a memorable character. The stories capture the essence of old Calcutta beautifully.
Sandhya Ravi –
Absolutely hilarious! The translation captures Tenida’s personality perfectly. I was laughing out loud!
Pillarisetty Vijaya Akshitha –
The story is fun and enjoyable. This story is fit for the young reader. Overall, the story is good.
Anum Goyal –
Not bad! The humor is a bit childish, but the stories are entertaining enough. A good pick for younger readers.
Vikas Chhapola –
Enjoyed the old-world charm. Tenida is such a character! The translation was well done. Wish there were more stories in the collection.
Shubham Tripathi –
The book is fine. The storyline is good but feels dragged in some part. It can be more crisp.
Sanjeev Kumar –
A fun and lighthearted read. The stories are perfect for a quick escape. I enjoyed the old-world setting.
Arkoprobho Paul –
Loved the book. The old world charm is too good. The characters are also very well written.
Somya Sahoo –
The stories are good for children. Some of the stories are repetitive. Overall, it is a good book.
Ishika Sharma –
This is an average book. Some stories are very funny and some are not. But it is good one time read.
Shashank Bhaskar –
Tenida’s antics are truly funny! A great introduction to Bengali literature for younger readers. Some stories felt a bit repetitive though. Still a fun read!
Ansh Arora –
Tenida is such a fun character. His antics will surely make you laugh. It is good for young reader.
Rajdeep Saha –
This book is filled with short stories that are funny and have a old-world charm. I really liked the main character.
Ashish Ranjan –
My kids loved it! Lots of laughs. Some of the cultural references were lost on us, but overall a delightful book.
Kurian Philip –
A decent introduction to Tenida. Some of the humor didn’t quite land for me, but still an enjoyable read.
Ayush Tiwari –
I have mixed feeling about the book. Some stories are great and some are not. Overall, it is an average book.
Ashish Kumar –
Loved the book! Tenida’s appetite and escapades are endlessly entertaining. The stories are full of fun and adventure.
Kalpish Choudhary –
This book is a fun read. I really enjoyed reading it. The characters are fun and charming.
Devanshi Singh –
It is a decent book. It is targeted for young readers. I enjoyed the storyline. The translation is good.
Aiswarya Suresh –
A good collection, but not as hilarious as I expected based on the hype. Still a worthwhile read for a glimpse into Bengali culture.
Dayal Singh –
I like the storyline of the book. It captures the old time very beautifully. Overall it is a good book.
Anant Garg –
Found some stories very funny and some dragging. Overall a mixed bag but worth checking out for a fun read.
Divyanshu Shekhar –
Tenida is an absolute legend! So glad this book is available in English. Relived my childhood memories.