{"title":"Veera Hiranandani","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our dedicated collection featuring the acclaimed works of \u003cem\u003eVeera Hiranandani\u003c\/em\u003e, an author celebrated for her profound storytelling in children's literature. Known for creating deeply engaging narratives, Veera Hiranandani skillfully explores themes of identity, history, and cultural heritage, inviting young readers to broaden their understanding of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the cherished books in this collection are \u003cstrong\u003eThe Night Diary\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eThe Greatest\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cem\u003eThe Night Diary\u003c\/em\u003e poignantly captures a young girl's quest for belonging and understanding during the 1947 Partition of India. Through a series of diary entries, readers journey with Nisha as she navigates the complexities of a newly divided country and her own place within it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, in \u003cem\u003eThe Greatest\u003c\/em\u003e, Hiranandani offers another compelling narrative, weaving together the innocence of childhood with the challenges of overcoming obstacles, making it a touching tale of resilience and hope. This book provides a vivid portrayal of a child's determination and the power of familial bonds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVeera Hiranandani's books are perfect for young readers who are ready to explore culturally rich and emotionally impactful stories. Whether for personal growth or educational purposes, these works promise to enlighten and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-night-diary-by-veera-hiranandani-9780735228528","title":"The Night Diary","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the vein of \u003cem\u003eInside Out and Back Again\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe War That Saved My Life\u003c\/em\u003e comes a poignant, personal, and hopeful tale of India's partition, and of one girl's journey to find a new home in a divided country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 2019 NEWBERY HONOR BOOK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Kirkus Reviews Best Middle Grade Book of the Century\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cq\u003eA gripping, nuanced story of the human cost of conflict appropriate for both children and adults.\u003c\/q\u003e - Kirkus, starred review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's 1947, and India, newly independent of British rule, has been separated into two countries: Pakistan and India. The divide has created much tension between Hindus and Muslims, and hundreds of thousands are killed crossing borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHalf-Muslim, half-Hindu twelve-year-old Nisha doesn't know where she belongs, or what her country is anymore. When Papa decides it's too dangerous to stay in what is now Pakistan, Nisha and her family become refugees and embark first by train but later on foot to reach her new home. The journey is long, difficult, and dangerous, and after losing her mother as a baby, Nisha can't imagine losing her homeland, too. But even if her country has been ripped apart, Nisha still believes in the possibility of putting herself back together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTold through Nisha's letters to her mother, \u003cem\u003eThe Night Diary\u003c\/em\u003e is a heartfelt story of one girl's search for home, for her own identity...and for a hopeful future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46504775483628,"sku":"9780735228528","price":17.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20985573482449.jpg?v=1748654453"},{"product_id":"the-greatest-by-veera-hiranandani-9780593645567","title":"The Greatest","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this poignant tribute to grandparents everywhere, a grandfather reflects on his loving relationship with his three grandchildren. This story beautifully captures how love can make anyone \u003cem\u003ethe greatest\u003c\/em\u003e in someone's eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn NPR BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Newbery Honor author Veera Hiranandani and National Book Award finalist Vesper Stamper comes a poignant story about the love between grandparents and grandchildren.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrandpa loves Sundays—that's when his three grandchildren come to visit. They act out plays, catch fireflies in the yard, and celebrate Jewish holidays together. His grandchildren bestow affection and admiration on him. Sometimes, though, he wonders why they think he's so great. 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