A mouthful of petals the story of an indian village 1st edition
Book Details
• Author: Wendy Scarfe & Allan Scarfe
• Publisher: Heinemann
• Language: English
• Published Year: 1967
• Pages: 213
• Dimensions: 22 x 14 cm
• Binding: Hardback
• Book Condition: Used – Good
• Condition Note: Book is in good condition.
• Availability: In Stock
About the Book
A Mouthful of Petals by Wendy Scarfe and Allan Scarfe presents a vivid and personal account of rural life in India during the 1960s. The book recounts the authors’ three-year stay in the remote village of Sokhodeora in Bihar, where they worked on a community development project initiated by the renowned political leader Jayaprakash Narayan.
Through their experiences, the authors describe the daily realities of village life, including challenges related to poverty, education, and social development. Their narrative provides a compassionate and insightful look at the struggles and resilience of rural communities, while also highlighting the efforts made to improve living conditions and educational opportunities.
Combining travel writing, social observation, and personal reflection, the book offers readers a unique perspective on grassroots development initiatives in India. It is an engaging read for those interested in rural studies, social reform movements, and firsthand accounts of life in Indian villages.
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A mouthful of petals the story of an indian village 1st edition
A mouthful of petals the story of an indian village 1st edition
Book Details
• Author: Wendy Scarfe & Allan Scarfe
• Publisher: Heinemann
• Language: English
• Published Year: 1967
• Pages: 213
• Dimensions: 22 x 14 cm
• Binding: Hardback
• Book Condition: Used – Good
• Condition Note: Book is in good condition.
• Availability: In Stock
About the Book
A Mouthful of Petals by Wendy Scarfe and Allan Scarfe presents a vivid and personal account of rural life in India during the 1960s. The book recounts the authors’ three-year stay in the remote village of Sokhodeora in Bihar, where they worked on a community development project initiated by the renowned political leader Jayaprakash Narayan.
Through their experiences, the authors describe the daily realities of village life, including challenges related to poverty, education, and social development. Their narrative provides a compassionate and insightful look at the struggles and resilience of rural communities, while also highlighting the efforts made to improve living conditions and educational opportunities.
Combining travel writing, social observation, and personal reflection, the book offers readers a unique perspective on grassroots development initiatives in India. It is an engaging read for those interested in rural studies, social reform movements, and firsthand accounts of life in Indian villages.
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Book Details
• Author: Wendy Scarfe & Allan Scarfe
• Publisher: Heinemann
• Language: English
• Published Year: 1967
• Pages: 213
• Dimensions: 22 x 14 cm
• Binding: Hardback
• Book Condition: Used – Good
• Condition Note: Book is in good condition.
• Availability: In Stock
About the Book
A Mouthful of Petals by Wendy Scarfe and Allan Scarfe presents a vivid and personal account of rural life in India during the 1960s. The book recounts the authors’ three-year stay in the remote village of Sokhodeora in Bihar, where they worked on a community development project initiated by the renowned political leader Jayaprakash Narayan.
Through their experiences, the authors describe the daily realities of village life, including challenges related to poverty, education, and social development. Their narrative provides a compassionate and insightful look at the struggles and resilience of rural communities, while also highlighting the efforts made to improve living conditions and educational opportunities.
Combining travel writing, social observation, and personal reflection, the book offers readers a unique perspective on grassroots development initiatives in India. It is an engaging read for those interested in rural studies, social reform movements, and firsthand accounts of life in Indian villages.












