{"product_id":"solar-mamas-the-story-of-sanjit-bunker-roy-and-the-grandmothers-who-became-solar-engineers-hardcover","title":"Solar Mamas: The Story of Sanjit Bunker Roy and the Grandmothers Who Became Solar Engineers - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJyothi Nookula\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eNabi H. Ali\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe incredible true story of engineer and social activist Sanjit \"Bunker\" Roy who taught the concepts of solar engineering to grandmothers in a remote village in India.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe radiant sun shines gloriously upon the desert village Tilonia in India, but as night falls, the village plunges into darkness without electricity to keep the lights on. When Sanjit \"Bunker\" Roy, a young engineer, visits the village, he's inspired to show the men how to use the sun to generate electricity through solar engineering. But with this new knowledge, the men leave their home for greater opportunities in the city. Disappointed, Bunker Roy looks around and wonders who is likely not to abandon their home... and turns to the grandmothers in the village!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe grandmothers are curious and willing to try, but solar engineering is complex. With collaboration, commitment, and hope, the women master the intricacies of circuits and panels to equip the entire village with solar power! Now as night falls, Tilonia and many other villages shine brightly thanks to Bunker Roy and the Solar Mamas.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith poetic text by Jyothi Nookula and dazzling illustrations by Nabi H. Ali, \u003ci\u003eSolar Mamas\u003c\/i\u003e is the powerful true story of a visionary engineer and a group of dedicated grandmothers who challenged societal expectations to harness the power of the sun. Now their community--and future generations of women--may shine glorious and great.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJyothi Nookula\u003c\/b\u003e is an AI product leader, educator, and storyteller from India. She writes stories that introduce children to unsung heroes and unheard-of concepts, inspiring curiosity and showing that STEM can be fun and exciting. She resides in Aliso Viejo, California, and can be found online at jyothinookula.com.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNabi H. Ali​ \u003c\/b\u003eis a Tamil American illustrator based in Los Angeles, California. He is passionate about creating diverse artworks representing all walks of life and experiences. When he's not painting, you can find him reading poetry and studying South Asian history. Visit him online at nabihaiderali.myportfolio.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.43 x 9.73 x 11.06 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 29, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67849214296216,"sku":"9781643796482","price":27.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/8830\/4024\/files\/biiwoafVDu9781643796482.webp?v=1793393490","url":"https:\/\/thepinkflamingobookstore.com\/products\/solar-mamas-the-story-of-sanjit-bunker-roy-and-the-grandmothers-who-became-solar-engineers-hardcover","provider":"The Pink Flamingo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}