Rohan Chakravarty, the creator of the popular comic series Green Humour, has released his second book in the Ruddy series: 'Carri-On, Ruddy!'. Following the success of 'Naturalist Ruddy', the new adventure features Ruddy Mongoose, the resident nature detective of Kanha Tiger Reserve, as he investigates unusual animal interactions and natural phenomena that resemble crime scenes.
Plot and Characters
The book presents a series of cases involving hoof and claw marks on trees, cannibal bees, and lichens that threaten lizards. With witty narration and playful illustrations, Chakravarty blends detective fiction, natural history, and ecology in a way that engages young readers without feeling like a lesson.
Author's Background
Rohan Chakravarty is known for his wildlife and nature conservation comics under the Green Humour series. His work aims to connect children with the natural world at a time when they are increasingly attached to screens. 'Carri-On, Ruddy!' introduces environmental conservation through the backdoor, one detective case at a time.
Publication Details
The book is published by Penguin Random House. It continues the adventures of Ruddy, a clever mongoose with an instinct for digging and a nose for mysteries, who uncovers the secrets of the natural world and meets a cast of unforgettable animal characters.
