Tiger by the Tail (Coelho novel)
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Tiger by the Tail is a 2013 book authored by Indian writer Venita Coelho, who is also recognized for her collection of stories titled Dungeon Tales. The novel, featuring illustrations by Priya Kuriyan and released by Hachette India, centers on an eleven-year-old boy named Rana, who embarks on a quest to protect tigers from disappearing in the forests of India.
Plot
Rana, a frail child, uncovers his ability to communicate with animals and discovers that his deceased parents established the Animal Intelligence Agency (AIA), an organization dedicated to fighting poaching activities. Upon encountering Bagha, a tiger connected to Rana’s grandfather, he becomes involved in an effort to apprehend "the Taker," the poacher responsible for his parents' demise. Their adventure spans significant sites such as Delhi’s Red Fort, Kathmandu, Tibet, and the Forbidden City, where they expose a scheme involving the extraction of tiger DNA to produce an elixir granting immortality for a contender to China’s throne. Ultimately, Rana rescues the tigers and inadvertently attains eternal life himself, yet must confront ongoing dangers posed by the Taker in a climactic showdown.
About the author
Venita Coelho is a Goa-based author and visual artist with experience in television production and scriptwriting. In addition to writing, she produces artwork on glass and canvas.