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Ruskin Bond is a renowned Indian author of British descent, best known for his children's books and novels that often explore the lives of ordinary people in the Himalayas born on May 19, 1934, in Kasauli, India. He's known for his simplistic yet engaging writing style, which has captivated readers of all ages. *Early Life and Education* Ruskin Bond was born on May 19, 1934, in Kasauli, Punjab, British India. His father, Aubrey Bond, was a British officer, and his mother, Edith Clarke, was of Anglo-Indian descent. Bond spent his childhood in various hill stations, including Shimla, Mussoorie, and Dehradun. He was educated at Bishop Cotton School in Shimla and later at St. Joseph's College in Darjeeling. *Literary Career* Bond began writing at a young age and published his first novel, "The Room on the Roof," in 1956. The book was semi-autobiographical and explored the themes of identity, belonging, and the struggles of growing up. Over the years, Bond ...

                       R. K. Narayan was a renowned Indian writer and novelist, best known for his work set in the fictional South Indian town of Malgudi. Born on October 10, 1906, in Madras, Madras Presidency, British Raj, Narayan was one of the most important English-language Indian fiction authors of his time. Books  Narayan's writing style was unpretentious and humorous, focusing on ordinary people and their experiences in small-town India. His works include novels like *Swami and Friends* (1935), *The Bachelor of Arts* (1937), *The English Teacher* (1945), and *The Guide* (1958), which won him the National Prize of the Indian Literary Academy. Award  Narayan was also recognized with several awards and honors, including the Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and the Sahitya Akademi Fellowship. He was even nominated to the Rajya Sabha, the Upper House of the Indian Parliament, in 1980.³ Throughout his life...

 Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was a British novelist, journalist, and social commentator, renowned for his vivid depictions of Victorian London and memorable characters. * Early Life: * 1. Born on February 7, 1812, in Portsmouth, England 2. Second of eight children to John and Elizabeth Dickens 3. Family struggled financially; father imprisoned for debt (1824) 4. Worked in a factory at age 12 to support family * Career:* 1. Began writing as a journalist (1830s) 2. Published first novel, "The Pickwick Papers" (1836-1837) 3. Serial publication format helped build massive following 4. Wrote 15 novels, including:     - "Oliver Twist" (1837-1839)     - "David Copperfield" (1849-1850)     - "Bleak House" (1852-1853)     - "Great Expectations" (1860-1861)     - "A Christmas Carol" (1843) * Literary Style:* 1. Realism and social commentary 2. Vivid descriptions of London's poverty and inequality 3. Memorable characters, often with ...

 Leo Tolstoy (1828–1910) was a Russian writer, philosopher, and social reformer, widely regarded as one of the greatest novelists of all time. His major works, War and Peace and  Anna Karenina, are considered masterpieces of world literature. Tolstoy's writings explore profound themes of morality, faith, and the nature of human existence, often questioning the values of society and the individual’s place within it. Born into an aristocratic family, Tolstoy initially led a somewhat hedonistic lifestyle before undergoing a spiritual and philosophical transformation in the later years of his life. His moral and religious beliefs, especially in his later works, led him to advocate for nonviolent resistance and a simple, ascetic lifestyle. His ideas influenced thinkers like Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr., particularly his concept of nonresistance to evil by force. Tolstoy's works often critique the social, political, and religious structures of his time, while also grapp...

 Sarojini Naidu (1879–1949) was an Indian independence activist, poet, and one of the most prominent figures in India's struggle for freedom. She is often referred to as the "Nightingale of India" due to her lyrical and expressive poetry. Naidu's work spans various genres, including children's poems, patriotic verses, and poems on India's landscape and culture. Born in Hyderabad, she was a brilliant student and completed her education in England, studying at King's College London and later at Girton College, Cambridge. She came into the literary limelight with her collection of poems, In the Bazaars of Hyderabad and Golden Threshold. Her poetry often combined themes of patriotism, nature, and India's rich cultural heritage. Beyond her literary contributions, Sarojini Naidu was deeply involved in the Indian independence movement. She worked closely with prominent leaders like Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. She was also the first woman to become th...