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A Difficult Choice
0A Difficult Choice” by R.V. Rajan follows the protagonists as they navigate significant personal and professional challenges, making tough decisions that shape their future. With relatable characters and an engaging plot, this novel captures the essence of facing life’s difficult choices.
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A Tiger for Malgudi
0In R. K. Narayan’s book, Raja, a tiger with a human soul, is taken for entertainment purposes and later finds voluntary imprisonment in Malgudi with a guru. This tale, which appeals to people of all ages seeking knowledge, combines Hindu mythology with Narayan’s comedic vision.
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Grandmother’s Tale
0R.K. Narayan tells the story of his great-grandmother, Bala. Married young, Bala embarks on a daring journey to find her missing husband. She reunites with him and builds a family, but faces tragedy. The story follows her transformation from a young girl to a determined woman.
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Malgudi Adventures
0Malgudi Adventures invites readers into the whimsical world of Malgudi, where young characters experience extraordinary events in their everyday lives. From Babu’s lighting mishap during the Navaratri festival to Raju’s dream of becoming a guide at the newly opened train station, each story is filled with laughter, charm, and heart. Whether it’s the bond between a snake charmer and his monkey, a tiger causing mayhem in a school, or a boy lost in the streets at night, these tales offer a delightful glimpse into the joys and surprises of childhood. Featuring stories from some of R.K. Narayan’s most beloved novels, this collection is perfect for readers of all ages.
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Malgudi Days
0R.K. Narayan’s “Malgudi Days” is a collection of short stories set in his fictional Indian town, Malgudi. Each tale explores the lives of its quirky residents – from mischievous students to shopkeepers – with humor, warmth, and insightful observations on human nature. Through simple yet vivid storytelling, Narayan paints a timeless portrait of life in small-town India.
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Malgudi Days
0R.K. Narayan’s “Malgudi Days” is a collection of short stories set in his fictional Indian town, Malgudi. Each tale explores the lives of its quirky residents – from mischievous students to shopkeepers – with humor, warmth, and insightful observations on human nature. Through simple yet vivid storytelling, Narayan paints a timeless portrait of life in small-town India.
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Malgudi Manithargal Tamil
0Malgudi Manithargal is the Tamil version of R.K. Narayan’s beloved Malgudi Days, a collection of heartwarming and insightful short stories. Set in the fictional town of Malgudi, the book introduces memorable characters from all walks of life, exploring themes of human relationships, aspirations, and the quirks of everyday existence. Through simple yet profound storytelling, Narayan captures the essence of small-town India, making this a timeless read that resonates with readers of all ages.
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Malgudi Schooldays- HB
0Join Swami and his friends in the whimsical town of Malgudi as they navigate the ups and downs of school life, family, and friendship. From classroom mischief to forming a cricket team, their adventures are full of humor and heart. In this abridged and illustrated edition of Swami and Friends, R.K. Narayan captures the charm of childhood in a timeless, delightful tale that will resonate with readers of all ages.
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Malgudi Schooldays- PB
0Follow Swaminathan, or Swami, a mischievous young boy in the fictional town of Malgudi, as he navigates the ups and downs of school life, pranks, and cricket. With his gang of friends, Swami’s days are filled with adventure and mischief. When he’s chosen as the bowler for the school cricket team, he must choose between his love for the game and his school duties. Malgudi Schooldays is a heartwarming tale of childhood, friendship, and the simple joys of growing up.
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Mr. Sampath
0An unexpected friendship develops between a Malgudi newspaper editor and his industrious printer. The brewing storm of filmmaking covers both of them despite their contrasting personalities. Narayan’s perceptive reflections explore the fascinating world of film and the dangers of unchecked ambition.
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Swami and Friends
0“Swami and Friends” is a concise tale set in colonial India’s Malgudi. It follows young Swami through childhood, school life, and friendships, touching on themes of innocence and tradition humorously and insightfully.
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Talkative Man
0R.K. Narayan’s novella, “Talkative Man,” features a chatty journalist, TM, in Malgudi. A mysterious visitor, Dr. Rann, arrives with a dubious UN connection. TM investigates, and Narayan explores deception and human nature. The witty tale humorously portrays small-town life, showcasing Narayan’s talent for finding intrigue in the ordinary.
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The Bachelor of Arts
0“The Bachelor of Arts,” set in Malgudi, follows Chandran’s journey through family expectations and societal norms as he completes his degree. The novel explores themes of love, identity, and independence with humor and insight, offering a timeless portrayal of self-discovery in early 20th-century India.
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The Dark Room
0“The Dark Room” depicts Savitri’s struggles with dependence on her husband who seems more interested in flattering and pleasing the other woman. A simpleton like Savitri has nowhere to go. She tries to drown herself butt unfortunately she gets saved. She cannot forget the bleak look on her children’s faces when she abandoned them, much to their shock. Savitri eventually returns home changed by her experiences, amid loss and a brief attempt at independence.
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The English Teacher
0“The English Teacher,” revisits Krishna, a character from the author’s Malgudi series. Following Krishna’s life as a college instructor, the narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning in the face of his wife’s passing. Narayan’s elegant prose offers a poignant exploration of the human condition through Krishna’s spiritual journey. This novel, dedicated to Narayan’s wife Rajam, is not only autobiographical but also poignant in its intensity of feeling.
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The Financial Expert
0The Financial Expert, Margayya, faces difficulties, but then gets lucky and becomes wealthy. The theme of the novel is lust for money. But Margayya is no monster of greed and wickedness. In his depiction of Margayya, R.K. Narayan humanizes him and shows that despite his lust for money, he is still a human being.
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The Guide
0The novel describes the transformation of the protagonist, Raju, from a tour guide to a spiritual guide and then one of the greatest holy men of India.
This novel earned Narayan the first 1960 Sahitya Akademi Award for English, by the Sahitya Akademi, India’s National Academy of Letters.[ In 2022, it was included on the “Big Jubilee Read” list of 70 books by Commonwealth authors selected to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee of Elizabeth II. -
The Mahabharata
0R.K. Narayan’s retelling of the Mahabharata offers a unique perspective on the timeless epic. Known for his witty, insightful portrayal of everyday life in India, Narayan brings his signature style to the story. However, adapting the vast narrative into a novel-length work presents challenges, resulting in a simplified plot and a focus on personal struggles. Despite these, the novel offers a fresh take on the classic tale.