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Binding
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Number of Pages
224
Age Group
18 years and up
Language
English
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The Guide - Paperback invites you into the world of Raju, a former corrupt tourist guide who becomes an accidental holy man. This classic novel by Narayan examines redemption, belief, and the complexities of human nature through a warm, observant lens. Ideal for readers who enjoy character-driven stories that blend humor with moral inquiry, The Guide speaks to adults and mature readers seeking thoughtful fiction about faith, fate, and forgiveness.
Written with Narayan's trademark clarity and gently wry humor, The Guide unfolds through a tightly paced narrative that moves from a prison cell to an abandoned temple and beyond. This structure—equal parts misadventure and inward reflection—offers an experience that's at once entertaining and thought-provoking. The Guide presents Raju's evolving role as a spiritual figure with warmth and nuance, inviting readers to weigh ideas of sanctity, accountability, and self-reinvention without spoilers.
In The Guide, the settings come alive—the busy streets, humble temple precincts, and the social world that surrounds Raju. Narayan's prose is accessible yet luminous, balancing humor with serious inquiry. While the story follows Raju's journey, it also poses timeless questions about what it means to be righteous when our choices are messy and our motives are mixed.
After finishing The Guide, readers come away with a deeper appreciation for imperfect paths to redemption and a more compassionate view of human fallibility. The Guide stays with you, inviting you to reconsider belief, identity, and the costs—and rewards—of living honestly.
Product Details
Author
R.K. Narayan
Publisher
Penguin Books
Number of Pages
224
Language
English
SKU
BK0032085
ISBN
9780143039648
Reading Age
18 years and up
Dimensions
12.9 x 1.47 x 19.69 cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 799
₹ 679
15% Off
R.K. Narayan Is One Of The Most Prominent Indian Novelists Of The Twentieth Century. Born In 1906, Narayan Was The Recipient Of The National Prize Of The Indian Literary Academy, India'S Highest Literary Honor. His Numerous Works Mr. Sampath - The Printer Of Malgudi, Swami And Friends, Waiting For Mahatma And Gods, Demons And Others, All Published By The University Of Chicago Press.