En Iniya Iyanthira (My Dear Robot)
En Iniya Iyanthira (My Dear Robot)
by Sujatha (R. Rangarajan)
Ages 10–14Indian author
Tamil Nadu's most beloved science fiction writer imagines a future where humans and robots must find a way to coexist. A landmark of Tamil sci-fi — accessible, witty, and thought-provoking.
- Author
- Sujatha (R. Rangarajan)
- Age
- Ages 10–14
- Type
- Science Fiction, Technology, Chapter Book
- Language
- Tamil
- Publisher
- Kizhakku Pathippagam
- In India
- Available
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