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Velcheru Narayana Rao
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Number of Pages
250
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
Two distinct yet harmoniously paired works explore language, myth, and cultural exchange through humor and insight. One unfolds as a fantasy tale set in London, featuring a horse-headed figure who speaks an unknown tongue, turning city life into a playful puzzle. The other offers a witty satire about learning English, told as a dream-visit by a Telugu lecturer and ancient scholars, inviting readers to laugh and learn together. The intended readers include adults and students of literature who enjoy imaginative fiction and linguistic inquiry. The emotional tone is adventurous, entertaining, and intellectually engaging.
The content is presented as a story-led narrative alongside a translation segment. Readers follow the whimsical journey and then enter a companion world of commentary, where language, translation, and literary history are unpacked with clarity. What makes the experience distinctive is the seamless blend of imaginative storytelling with scholarly reflection, encouraging readers to switch between wonder and analysis as they move through the pages.
This volume also offers educational and non-fiction elements: accessible explanations of translation concepts, cross-cultural communication, and the history of language. The prose and commentary are designed to be approachable and engaging, turning learning into an inviting exploration rather than a classroom exercise.
After finishing, readers gain a widened imagination, a deeper understanding of how translation shapes meaning, and a curiosity to explore world literature with fresh eyes. It leaves a playful, thoughtful impression that lingers long after the last page.
Product Details
Author
Velcheru Narayana Rao
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
250
Language
English
SKU
9780143426226
ISBN
9780143426226
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
19.7x1.7x13.1cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: โน 399
โน 380
โน 19 Off