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The Unwitting Robbery follows 10‑year‑old Devi and her mother, who live on the edge of poverty in a flood‑prone region of India. With little food at hand, Devi takes on odd jobs to help her family. Unfortunately, rising water levels repeatedly force them to flee their home, jeopardizing their efforts and threatening their future.
Through vivid illustrations and simple language, the book shows how climate disasters impact families and highlights the challenges of resilience and perseverance. It invites young readers to empathize with those who confront repeated hardships while striving to improve their lives.
First publish date: 2023
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Noorul Huda
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