Abok, Who Took my Tooth?

About this book

Piktru is a young girl who goes to visit her aunt and cousins in the big city of Imphal with her parents and grandmother (Abok).

While eating, Piktru’s cousin Meemi loses a tooth. Abok tells them the story of Pithrai Khongdaibi, an ancient divine bird who gives nice new teeth to children in exchange for their old ones.

Do they succeed in giving Meemi’s tooth to Pithrai Khongdaibi? Does she get a nice new tooth in return? Find out what happens in this heartwarming story about growing up and discovering the wonders of folklore with your loved ones.

About the Author: Linthoi Chanu Linthoi Chanu (Potsangbam Linthoingambi Chanu) is a writer from Manipur. Her central area of interest includes Manipuri folklore, legends and mythologies, of which she has with experimented modern retellings for the new generation through various media platforms. Her debut book The Tales of Kanglei Throne (2017) is recognised for its impact on re-popularising folk stories and legends of Manipur among the youth. Her second book is a collection of short stories, Wari (2019).Most of her works are conceived by memory, identity and imagination coming together to bring out the richness of a culture and art. As a storyteller, chasing after stories to share them with the world is her passion.