Ruskin Bond is a renowned Indian author known for his simple, yet evocative writing style. He has written numerous short stories, novels, and essays, often drawing from his experiences growing up in the Himalayas.

"A Handful of Nuts" is a short story by Ruskin Bond, which revolves around the life of a young boy who lives in a small village in the Himalayas. The story centers around the boy's fascination with a handful of nuts that he finds in his schoolbag. As he savors each nut, he recalls various memories associated with them.