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Number of Pages
188
Age Group
All
Language
Hindi
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Book Summary
This collection of short stories offers a window into social realism, exploring corruption in offices and the flaws of the education system. Told through the eyes of a married, unemployed protagonist, it speaks to adult readers and literature enthusiasts who value thoughtful, socially engaged storytelling. The emotional tone is sober, humane, and quietly hopeful.
The stories are concise and story-led, with grounded writing and vivid urban settings that place readers right in the middle of everyday challenges. Each tale stands as a complete chapter, inviting quick, immersive reads that build a broader picture of society and personal integrity. The collection’s strength lies in its clear narration and its capacity to illuminate moral choices without sensationalism.
What makes the reading experience distinctive is the focus on real-world tensions—unemployment, systemic pressures, and the temptation to cheat when rules are bent. Readers move through relatable encounters and humane character studies, guided by empathic storytelling that encourages reflection on ethics, responsibility, and resilience.
After finishing, readers gain insight into how individuals navigate complex social forces, developing empathy, critical thinking, and a broader perspective on integrity and resilience in everyday life.
Product Details
Author
Premchand
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
188
Language
Hindi
SKU
9789353496586
ISBN
9789353496586
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
20x14x4cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 250
₹ 213
₹ 37 Off
Born Dhanpat Rai Shrivastava On 31 July 1880 In Lamhi Village Near Varanasi, India, Munshi Premchand Began His Writing Career In 1901. His First Short Novel, Asrar E Ma’Abid (Secrets Of God’S Abode), Written In Urdu Was Published In A Weekly Between 8 October 1903 To February 1905. He Wrote On A Variety Of Topics Including Prostitution, Poverty, Dowry, Child Widowhood, And Feudal System, Using His Works As A Vehicle For Arousing Public Awareness. He Was The First Hindi Author Whose Works Featured Social Realism. Premchand Has Penned Down Hundreds Of Short Stories, More Than A Dozen Novels, Plays, And Several Critical Essays. His Most Celebrated Works Include Vardaan (1912), Seva Sadan (1918), Premashram (1922), Rangbhoomi (1925), Nirmala (1927), Pratigya (1927), Gaban (1931), Karmabhoomi (1932), Godaan (1936). Premchand Breathed His Last On 8 October 1936. One Of The Most Influential Writers Of Indian Literature, His Works Continue To Remain Popular And Are Translated In Various Foreign Languages Across The World.