The Room of Many Colours, appears to be a first-person narrative from the perspective of a young boy living in India with his father and nanny, Ayah. The story captures the child's innocent observations and interactions with his father, who works as a teacher, and other unique individuals like the reclusive and eccentric rani (princess) residing in an old palace. Through the boy's experiences, the narrative touches upon themes of childhood curiosity, family dynamics, cultural differences, and the looming presence of World War II as the father prepares to join the Royal Air Force and the boy anticipates a move to his grandmother's home. The encounters with the rani and her peculiar beliefs, along with the child's developing understanding of the world around him, form a central thread in this memoir-like excerpt.