Amazon: Ruskin Bond’s The Room of Many Colours Listed at ₹4

Quick facts

Product overview

This is an illustrated anthology of Ruskin Bond stories for children aged 9 and up. The observed listing title also mentions two new stories, “The Big Race” and “Remember This Day.” The listing presented paperback, Kindle and audiobook formats, so buyers should make sure they select the intended edition before checkout.

The offer was advertised at ₹4 with a claimed 98% discount. That claim does not match the Amazon price evidence available here: the paperback was listed at ₹213 with a ₹350 MRP, while the Kindle edition appeared at ₹188.17. The Amazon destination was not readable in a fresh page request, so the live price may have changed.

Why consider it

At ₹213, the paperback represents a listed 39% reduction from the ₹350 MRP and may suit parents or gift buyers looking for familiar Indian children’s literature. Ruskin Bond’s short-story format and illustrated presentation can work for independent reading or shared reading.

The reported ₹4 price would be an exceptional bargain if it appears for the correct paperback edition, but it remains an advertised, unverified price rather than a confirmed deal.

Pros and cons

Who should buy it

This is worth considering for families, teachers and gift buyers who specifically want a Ruskin Bond story collection and are comfortable paying the currently observed paperback price. Buyers interested only in the ₹4 claim should proceed cautiously and verify that the exact paperback edition, seller, availability and final checkout price match the advertisement.

Final verdict

This is a useful lead, not a confirmed ₹4 deal. The strongest available merchant evidence showed the paperback at ₹213 with a ₹350 MRP, while the ₹4 offer came only from the advertisement and could not be re-established. Consider it if you want the book at the observed Amazon price; do not rely on the ₹4 figure until it is visible at checkout.