The Forest Man: The True Story of Jadav Payeng

After years of harsh monsoon seasons, a forest on the river island of Majuli is in danger of being slowly washed away. A boy named Jadav lives on the island and loves the forest. He is determined to save it. This is the true story of how one young boy dedicated his life to creating and cultivating an expansive forest that continues to grow to this day. The book features educational back-matter including a glossary, fun facts, and further reading.