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In this colorful children's fairy tale, Princess Aditi sets out on a whimsical journey through fantastical landscapes, accompanied by an elephant, an ant, and a sly one‑eyed monkey. Together, they pursue a wayward dragon whose elusive presence and mysterious powers hold the secret that will determine Aditi’s destiny.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Suniti Namjoshi
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