Biographical Sketch 6

Full Name: Ruskin Bond

Born: May 19, 1934, in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh, India

Education:

• Early education in Shimla and Jamnagar
• Bishop Cotton School in Shimla
• Graduated from Bishop Cotton School, Simla

Activities:

• Started writing at a young age
• Authored his first novel, "The Room on the Roof," at 17
• Awarded the John Llewellyn Rhys Prize for his debut novel
• Prolific author of novels, short stories, essays, and children's books
• Known for his deep connection with nature, reflecting the tranquility of the mountains where he grew up

Awards and Honors:

• Sahitya Akademi Award 1992
• Padma Shri 1999
• Padma Bhushan 2014
• Numerous other literary awards and honours

Legacy:

• A beloved author, inspiring generations of readers with his timeless tales of life, love, and nature in the Indian Himalayas
• His writing known for its simplicity and accessibility, making it enjoyable for readers of all ages

Biographical Sketch of Ruskin Bond 

Ruskin Bond was  born on May 19, 1934, in Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh, is a celebrated Indian author known for his simplicity and deep connection with nature. His literary journey began with early education in Shimla and Jamnagar, followed by attending Bishop Cotton School in Shimla. At the young age of 17, he authored his first novel, "The Room on the Roof," which earned him the prestigious John Llewellyn Rhys Prize. Bond has become a prolific writer, renowned for his novels, short stories, essays, and children's books, all inspired by the tranquility of the mountains where he grew up. His remarkable contributions have earned him several awards, including the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1992, the Padma Shri in 1992 and  the Padma Bhushan in 2014, leaving an indelible legacy in the world of Indian literature.