An illustrated book for children and adults alike, Ruskin Bonds Childrens Omnibus is a collection of some of his classic stories. Most of these stories are set in the hills, but their appeal in universal. This volume includes the ever - popular Grandfathers Private Zoo written over twenty-five years ago and a favorite with two generations of children; Angry River and th An illustrated book for children and adults alike, Ruskin Bonds Childrens Omnibus is a collection of some of his classic stories. Most of these stories are set in the hills, but their appeal in universal. This volume includes the ever - popular Grandfathers Private Zoo written over twenty-five years ago and a favorite with two generations of children; Angry River and the Blue Umbrella , both of which have children as protagonists; The Road to the Bazaar, Ghost Trouble , Cricket for the Crocodile and Dust on the Mountain, which chronicle small - town life in Northern India. These stories highlight the charm of simple living and are written in Ruskin Bonds witty and humorous style.