Bhimsa, the Dancing Bear
First edition | |
| Author | Christine Weston |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Roger Duvoisin |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's literature / advenutre |
| Publisher | Scribner |
Publication date | October 1, 1945 |
| Publication place | United States |
Bhimsa, the Dancing Bear is a 1945 children's novel written by Christine Weston and illustrated by Roger Duvoisin. Set in contemporary India, it follows the adventures of two boys, David and Gopali, as they roam the country with a dancing bear.[1]
Reception
The novel was a Newbery Honor recipient in 1946.[2] Kirkus Reviews called it "A bit out of this world atmosphere and occasionally moralizing – but in all a satisfactory adventure story" and "The Roger Duvoisin pictures in two colors are sure passport to charm."[3] The Elementary English Review called it authentic,[4] and Elementary English said it was an "authentic portrayal of life in India".[5]
References
- ^ Gillespie, John T.; Naden, Corinne J., eds. (2006). The Newbery/Printz Companion: Book Talk and Related Materials (3rd ed.). Libraries Unlimited. p. 130. ISBN 1-59158-313-6.
- ^ "Association for Library Service to Children - Newbery Medal Winners & Honor Books, 1922 – Present" (PDF). ALA.org. Retrieved December 18, 2025.
- ^ "Ia, The Dancing Bear". www.kirkusreviews.com. Kirkus Media LLC. Retrieved July 23, 2015.
- ^ Meloy, Irene B.; Gelth, Irene (May 1946). "Some Recent Books for Children". The Elementary English Review. 23 (5): 199–202. Retrieved December 20, 2025.
- ^ Schmitt, Yvette; Sister Mary Nora (May 1964). "What Are Some Meaningful Experiences with Literature?". Elementary English. 41 (5): 500–510, 515. Retrieved December 20, 2025.