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Childhood Days: A memoir brings to you the charming stories from Satyajit Ray’s childhood, to his beginnings as a filmmaker. Summary of the Book Where did Satyajit Ray make his beginnings? Who were the people that grew up with him? In this delightful collection of stories, from his childhood to filmmaking days, Ray gets us acquainted with his life. He comes across as a man who only seemed serious and aloof to the world, but in reality, was funny, tender, and affectionate. It is an essential read for all Ray enthusiasts and those who want to know Ray, the writer and filmmaker, better. About Satyajit Ray Satyajit Ray was an Indian filmmaker, screenwriter and short-story writer. Noted as one of the finest auteurs in world cinema, he is best remembered for his feature length films, including Pather Panchali, Aparajito, Apur Sansar, Devi, and Charulata. He was honoured with several awards for his work, including an Academy Award and the Bharat Ratna. His literary works include his Feluda stories, for which he is best remembered in literary circles.