Maya and the Studded Cowry

About the Book

In an unfair world for girls, Maya is an iconic protagonist having learnt to balance riding on a trident with single minded focus in her quest for the Studded Cowry. This can set her free from her present state of affairs and she can seek her identity, ambitions and aspirations. The Studded Cowry is symbolic with a precious gem inside that has a discrete substance with amazing powers. The gem can change any gem into the most precious gem: A magic formula that can automatically melt away all hurdles and set free her ancient and traditional beliefs. The two in one “The Magical Elixirs” an alchemical, the discovery of a Universal concept to transform things for the better from the ancient world of social, cultural and religious taboos. Mrs. Rumberstin Maya’s step aunt a crafty and ostentatious woman runs a Trident Riding school for girls. The riding school is a cover up, to distract Maya and keep her away from the Studded Cowry that had an unambiguous meaning to her. Amulets, charms, magical formulas- Nothing could hamper her search. The Apartment Castle is abstruse with ancient Asian magical enchantments. Can she break the barrier of finding the Studded Cowry?

About the Author

Mrs. Whilhelmina Mathew, an Inspiring and Eminent Educationalist for the past three decades has vast teaching and administrative experience in Colleges and Schools set in multinational and multicultural environments. She is credited to have won the hearts and minds of children of all ages by imparting quality education and giving meaning to their lives. A native of the pristine Hill Station of Colonial Ooty, she has always been a keen observer of life and an ardent advocate of Girls’ Education and Children’s Rights. Empowerment of Girls and Children have always been a favourite theme close to her heart and “Maya and the Studded Cowry” is an assertion of this theme.