The forest keeper : The true story of Jadav Payeng
(Book)

Recounts the true story of Jadav Payeng, who, as a boy, grew a forest in the state of Assam, which offered a home to countless plants and animals and became an extraordinary habitat whose existence borders on a miracle come true.

"When a boy in northeast India named Jadav discovers that his mighty river has swept away all the plants and left hundreds of river snakes dead, he rushes to the island elders and forest department begging them to plant trees to hold the earth. It's not possible, they say. Trees don't don't grow on sandbars. Go plant them yourself! With a bag of bamboo seedlings, a stick, and unwavering determination, Jadav sets off on an impossible task--spanning time and monsoons. Could it be that Jadav's singular vision would open possibilities for people and animals beyond expectations?,This true story of one young man's mission to grow a forest is both timely and inspiring. Award-winning author Rina Singh and debut illustrator Ishita Jain have created a gem--lyrical words and exquisite illustrations capturing the spirit of Jadav's the spirit of Jadav's profound achievements.",--Publisher.