A Holiday to Remember!

(A Holiday to Remember)

Written by : Kavita Mehendale

Translated by : Madhuri Bendre Lonkar

Mrs. Kavita Mehendale is well known poet, but she also has a distinct identity as a prose writer, especially as a creator of children’s literature.

This collection for young readers, comprising twelve stories, is highly readable. The first strength of this collection lies in the meaningful titles of all the stories. The central idea of each story becomes evident from its title itself. The second strength is that all the stories are rich in content.

No literary work can attain substance without depth of theme. The author has discovered a distinct and meaningful theme for each story. The third strength is the beautiful presentation of this rich content throughout the collection. However profound the theme may be, its narration must be engaging. The narration of all these stories is indeed captivating. The fourth strength is that the author seems to have a sound understanding of children’s psychology and has accordingly chosen events and situations rooted in the world of children.

The characters in these stories are truly child protagonists. Their imagination, their emotional stirrings, and their childlike thoughts are finely interwoven throughout the narratives. The author has skilfully accomplished this delicate craftsmanship. Overall, these stories are enjoyable for children, and they are worth narrating to them by adults, parents, and teachers.

There is no doubt that this collection has made a valuable contribution to the field of children’s literature.
– Dr. N. M. Joshi (Renowned author & Educationist)