In the Heart of the Village The World of the Indian Banyan Tree by Barbara Bash

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A fascinating look at the social, spiritual, and ecological significance of the banyan tree in the life of an Indian village. . . . A harmonius story, written out in calligraphy and warmly, colorfully illustrated.
--Kirkus Reviews, pointer reviews
At once a work of inspired botanical lore and a portrait of the ageless rhythms of the subcontinent.
--Smithsonian, Notable Book for Children
The exotic banyan tree teems with life through the day and night, and captivated readers are drawn into the wonderland.
--American Bookseller, Pick of the Lists
Luminous. --Booklist

Edition Details

ISBN: 1578050804
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
Format: Paperback
Publication Date: 2002
A fascinating look at the social, spiritual, and ecological significance of the banyan tree in the life of an Indian village. . . . A harmonius story, written out in calligraphy and warmly, colorfully illustrated.
--Kirkus Reviews, pointer reviews
At once a work of inspired botanical lore and a portrait of the ageless rhythms of the subcontinent.
--Smithsonian, Notable Book for Children
The exotic banyan tree teems with life through the day and night, and captivated readers are drawn into the wonderland.
--American Bookseller, Pick of the Lists
Luminous. --Booklist

Edition Details

ISBN: 1578050804
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
Format: Paperback
Publication Date: 2002