The Katha Chest
The Katha Chest
A & U Children
Author: Radhiah Chowdhury Illustrator: Lavanya Naidu Published: March 2021
About
A warm, child-centred exploration of family, history and connectedness.
Six-year-old Asiya loves to go to Nanu's house. Best among all of Nanu's treasures is the big old chest filled with quilts that tell the stories of the women in Asiya's family.
With gorgeous, fresh and beautifully colourful illustrations inspired by Bangladeshi katha quilts and traditional West Bengali pattachitra panel illustrations, The Katha Chest is a beautifully woven tale about the bonds of love, culture and memory.
Awards & Honors
★ Notable Book, CBCA Picture Book of the Year, 2022
★ Highly Commended, South Asia Book Award for Children's and Young Adult Literature, 2023
★ Selected for the Society of Illustrators Original Art Show 2022
