Bhimsa, the Dancing Bear is a children's novel by Christine Weston. Set in contemporary India, it follows the adventures of two boys, David and Gopali, as they roam the country with a dancing bear. The first edition was illustrated by Roger Duvoisin. The novel was first published in 1945 and was a Newbery Honor recipient in 1946. Reception Kirkus Reviews called it " A bit out of this world atmosphere and occasionally moralizing -- but in all a satisfactory adventure story" and "The Roger Duvoisin pictures in two colors are sure passport to charm." References American children's novels Books about bears Novels set in India Children's novels about animals Newbery Honor-winning works 1945 American novels 1945 children's books