A Forest in the City

This is a children’s book that blends elements of natural history and fiction to introduce young readers to urban wildlife. The narrative is set within the lush campus of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, where the author, a scholar who spent seven years there, recounts his experiences exploring the campus’s rich biodivery. It serves as an insightful resource for children to learn about urban ecosystems, emphasizing the coexistence of nature and urban development.