The Greatest Indian Stories Ever Told

It is an exceptional anthology that celebrates the rich tapestry of Indian literature through the lens of short fiction. Curated with precision, it offers a profound exploration of the evolution of the short story genre in India since its inception in the late 19th century. The anthology brings together a stellar constellation of writers, spanning generations, regions, languages, & literary traditions, showcasing the depth & diversity of Indian storytelling.

One of the anthology’s standout features is its inclusion of literary luminaries who have left an indelible mark on the global literary landscape. These writers have achieved acclaim on the grandest stages, with accolades such as the Nobel Prize for Literature, Jnanpith Award, Sahitya Akademi Award, & a host of other prestigious national and international honors gracing their careers.

The collection ingeniously bridges the gap between classic and contemporary voices, offering readers a panoramic view of the literary journey that India has embarked upon. It allows readers to witness the transformation of themes, styles, and narrative techniques across the ages, making it a true literary time capsule.

What makes this anthology truly remarkable is its ability to transport readers to the heart of India’s myriad cultures, landscapes, and traditions.
The stories themselves are gems of narrative craftsmanship, masterfully exploring a wide range of themes. The authors’ skillful use of language, vivid imagery, and nuanced characterizations create a vivid and immersive reading experience.

In conclusion, it is a literary treasure trove that encapsulates the essence of Indian storytelling. It is a testament to the talent and creativity of Indian writers throughout the ages, and it provides readers with an opportunity to embark on an unforgettable literary odyssey. This anthology is not just a collection of stories; it is a celebration of India’s literary heritage and a testament to the enduring power of the short story as a medium of artistic expression. It deserves a place of honor on the bookshelves of readers and scholars alike, serving as a timeless tribute to the rich tradition of Indian literature.

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Love storywallah

Title: Love Storywallah
Author: Kumar Ganesan

Review:

Love Storywallah is a captivating collection of nine love stories that take readers on a journey through different eras, spaces, genres, and places. Each story is beautifully unique, presenting a distinct shade of love that defies predictability.

From the very first page, the author’s skillful storytelling transports readers into the world of each story, allowing them to immerse themselves in the emotions and experiences of the characters. The tales span various time periods and settings, showcasing the author’s versatility and ability to capture the essence of love in different contexts.

One of the remarkable aspects of Love Storywallah is the way it captures the complexity of love itself. The author explores love’s many facets, ranging from tender and heartwarming moments that leave readers feeling warm inside, to harsh realities that sting like a tight slap. The diverse range of emotions evoked by the stories ensures that each reader will find something to resonate with, whether it be amusement, a craving for more, or a sense of wonder at the possibilities of love.

The author’s prose is both elegant and evocative, drawing readers into the depths of each story. The writing style flows seamlessly, capturing the essence of the characters and their relationships with finesse. The stories are well-paced, keeping readers engaged from beginning to end.

Although difficult to explain in words, Love Storywallah is a book that leaves a lasting impression. Each tale leaves its unique “lovemark” on the reader, lingering in their thoughts long after the book is finished. The collection is a testament to the power of love and its ability to transcend time, place, and genre.

Overall, Love Storywallah is a must-read for those who appreciate thought-provoking and unconventional love stories. It is a book that will make you laugh, cry, and ponder the nature of love in all its forms. The author’s ability to create such diverse and memorable stories is a testament to their talent and creativity.

Coorg Stories & Essays

π€ππŽπ”π“ 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊
β€’β€’ TITLE : Coorg Stories & Essays
β€’β€’ AUTHOR : C.P. Belliappa
β€’β€’ PUBLISHER : Rupa Publication
β€’β€’ FORMAT : Paperback
β€’β€’ LANGUAGE : English

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This is a deeply researched & evocative collection, C.P. Belliappa tracks the heartbeat of Coorg(Kodagu), portraying the present with the past, offering a timeless portrait of a quiet coffee growing district.
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This book is divided into 3 parts.
Part 1 is Coorg of Yore
Part 2 is The Victoria Gowramma Papers
Part 3 is Freedom, Independence & Merger
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Part 1 contains the ancient dolmens in croog, recorded history of croog, blast from past, Tipu Sultan Connection, British guesthouse,elephant hint bg Lingarajendra, saga of Somayanda family, Sir Mark Cubbon, Thirteen wives of Chikka Veerarajendra of croog, Dewan Chepudira Ponnappa,three Germans in Coorg, Coorg-Born first world war hero, Subedar Chepudira Thimayya, Commissioner’s wife & many more.
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Part 2 talks about Queen Victoria’s favourite goddaughter, the art & creative journey of Victoria Gowramma, historical connections, gangamma & rediscovering princess Victoria Gowramma & others.
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The last part i.e part 3 discussed about,
Freedom movement in Coorg, C.M. Poonacha’s role, Indian Constitution, state reorganizations, merger of Coorg in Karnataka, post reorganizations in states.
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To know more grab it & try it.

βœ“ The cover of the book is simple shuttle with a great theme.
βœ“ The writing style of the book is quite unique & informative. This book is going to make you know many unknown things.
βœ“ The language used in this book is quite fascinating. It’s good easily understandable & quite relatable with the storyline.
βœ“ The author narrated every part in a great manner that surely adds some new knowledge to your life.
βœ“ The inclusion of images & other texts are just elevate the reading flowm
βœ“ Book is nicely paced that keeps you hooked up till the last page with a great concept.

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The Panchatantra by Vishnusharma

π€ππŽπ”π“ 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊
β€’β€’ TITLE : The Panchatantra by Vishnusharma
β€’β€’ AUTHOR : Meena Arora Nayak
β€’β€’ PUBLISHER : Aleph Books
β€’β€’ FORMAT : Hardcover
β€’β€’ LANGUAGE : English

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Panchatantra is an iconic Indian book which everyone read in their childhood days in different ways.
It was authored in about 345–300 BCE by Vishnusharma, the.
Its creation is the stuff of legend: in an effort to expedite the education of his three unschooled sons, the wise King Amarashakti of Mahilaropya sought out the octogenarian scholar Vishnusharma, who was known for his inventive teaching methods. Vishnusharma not only accepted the task of educating the princes but also said that he would accomplish it in six months. The Nitishastra he used to teach the princes was one he composed specifically for the purpose and this was called the Panchatantraβ€”five treatises.
Those five treatises are,
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– Mitra Bheda (Breach of Friendship)
* Frame Story : A devious wolf ruins the friendship between a lion & a bull
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– Mitra Samprati (Acquisition of Friends)
* Frame Story: Great friendship between Crow, mouse, tortoise & deer.
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– Kakolukiyam (of crows & owls)
* Frame Story: Enmity between Crows & owls
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– Labdha Pranasha(Loss of Acquired Gains)
* Frame Story: Monkey escapes the crocodile who wants his heart
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– Aparikshita Karakam (Impetuous Actions)
* Frame Story: The Barber’s Reckless Actions
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To know more grab it & try it.

βœ“ The cover of the book could have been better. It’s so simple & not that much attractive.
βœ“ The writing style of the book is quite expanded & elaborated.
βœ“ The author focuses on each detailing of Panchatantra to keep the raw essence intact.
βœ“ The language used in this book is quite fascinating. It’s good easily understandable & quite gripping.
βœ“ The author narrated each story in a very detailed manner that you will get the insight of each n every in a perfect manner.
βœ“ It’s such a type of book & these stories are household stories but the author justified them precisely.
βœ“ The inclusion of reference makes it more informative.
βœ“ Book is slowly paced with perfect detailing of everything that makes it a phenomenal read.

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Omana

πŸ‘‰π€ππŽπ”π“ 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊:-
πŸ“šβ“‰β’Ύβ“‰β“β’Ί:- Omana
πŸ–‹οΈβ’Άβ“Šβ“‰β’½β“„β“‡:- Yash Kalra
πŸ—žοΈβ“…β“Šβ’·β“β’Ύβ“ˆβ’½β’Ίβ“‡:- Storymirror
πŸ”€β“β’Άβ“ƒβ’Όβ“Šβ’Άβ’Όβ’Ί:- English
πŸ“–β’»β“„β“‡β“‚β’Άβ“‰:- Paperback
πŸ‘‰π’π˜ππŽππ’πˆπ’:-
This is the story of Omana who is an intelligent, smart, ambitious & successful lawyer. She always wants to live in her own zone.
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Rudra is a well established successful businessman & has a strong feeling for her. But she was unable to understand his feelings towards her. She never gave him the opportunity to enter into her heart but Rudra continuously put efforts to make her feel his presence in her life.
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This is the book where you are going to connect with the budding love birds, their ups n downs in relationships, how they progress & many more.
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To know more about it grab the book and give it a try.
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πŸ™‚ I am a bit confused about the cover as Omana played the main protagonist role in the book but Rudra also has a significant contribution towards the storyline but the cover sidelined the existence of Rudra in the cover. It is completely my own POV & the title is perfectly matched to the plotline.
πŸ™‚ The writing style of the book is good as the author nicely knits down a story with quite a raw
plotline & self existence storyline.
πŸ™‚ Language used in the book is simple & easy to understand.
πŸ™‚ All the characters are developed perfectly in this book with some dedicated roles to make it a smooth read.
πŸ™‚ The narrative style of the book is quite contemporary & everyone is going to love it.
πŸ™‚ The quotes penned down before the starting of each chapter adds an extra flavour to the reading experience.
πŸ™‚ There are so many emotional conversations that took place between Omana & Rudra in this book which make the readers connect more with them.
πŸ™‚ The book is perfectly paced & quite short which will keep you hooked till the last page.
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Great Indian Children’s Stories

πŸ‘‰π€ππŽπ”π“ 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊:-
πŸ“šβ“‰β’Ύβ“‰β“β’Ί:- Great Indian Children’s stories
πŸ–‹οΈβ’Άβ“Šβ“‰β’½β“„β“‡:- Stephen Alter
πŸ—žοΈβ“…β“Šβ’·β“β’Ύβ“ˆβ’½β’Ίβ“‡:- Rupa Publication
πŸ”€β“β’Άβ“ƒβ’Όβ“Šβ’Άβ’Όβ’Ί:- English
πŸ“–β’»β“„β“‡β“‚β’Άβ“‰:- Hardcover
πŸ‘‰π’π˜ππŽππ’πˆπ’:-
This book is a compilation of some greatest stories ever written for children by Indian Authors.
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The book contains the greatest stories like,
1. The Kabuliwallah written by Rabindranath Tagore

2. Idgah by Munshi Premchand

3. Portrait of a lady by Khuswant Singh

4. The Why-why girl by Mahasweta Devi

5. The Blue Umbrella by Ruskin Bond

6. Vikram & the Betaal by Stephen Alter

7. The Boutique by Sashi Tharoor

8. Best Friends forever by Paro Anand

9. The Owl Delivered the good news all night long but the woodpecker got the reward of the golden crown by Gautam Lal Chamka
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To enjoy these stories grab the book & give it a try.
πŸ‘‰ππŽπ’πˆπ“πˆπ•π„π’ :-
πŸ™‚ Cover of the book is designed in a very artistic colourful children centric way that draws everyone’s attention in one go.
πŸ™‚ Writing style of the book is just magnificent. It gives you the insightful compilation of some wonderful stories that ever wrote keeping an eye on children.
πŸ™‚ Language used in the book is simple & easily understandable. As all these stories are written for little kids & childrens they are easy & day to day used languages to make it more simpler to read.
πŸ™‚ The way author just make those stories reliving again it gives an exclusive experience of reading.
πŸ™‚ Pace of the book is also good. You just blown away when you start reading it.
πŽπ•π„π‘π€π‹π‹ 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑:-🌟🌟🌟🌟

In Search of a river

πŸ‘‰π€ππŽπ”π“ 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊:-
πŸ“šβ“‰β’Ύβ“‰β“β’Ί:- In Search of a river
πŸ–‹οΈβ’Άβ“Šβ“‰β’½β“„β“‡:- Saroj Mukherjee
πŸ—žοΈβ“…β“Šβ’·β“β’Ύβ“ˆβ’½β’Ίβ“‡:- Rupa Publication
πŸ”€β“β’Άβ“ƒβ’Όβ“Šβ’Άβ’Όβ’Ί:- English
πŸ“–β’»β“„β“‡β“‚β’Άβ“‰:- Paperback
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The book is not just a book but a nostalgic feeling of childhood when the summer vacation arrives & we live each moment through our own rules own way.
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This is the story of Bharat whose father is an engineer & Bharat is studying away from his home inna boarding school.
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When he came home during summer vacation he met with Hanumant , the son of the headman of near tribal village Bisu Sardar.
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How Ravi met with Hanumant when he is in the nearby garden & how they became friends & Hanumant is always their for him when ever in danger.
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To know more about the story grab the book & give it a try.
πŸ‘‰ππŽπ’πˆπ“πˆπ•π„π’ :-
πŸ™‚ Cover of the book is designed in a very artistic & eye catching manner.
πŸ™‚ Writing style of the book is just magnificent. It’s gives you a nostalgic feeling of those hot summer vacation days that takes you below the memory lane.
πŸ™‚ Language used in the book is simple & easily understandable.
πŸ™‚ Characterization of the book is pretty nice. There are very minimal characters in the book but all had a deep impact in the storyline.
πŸ™‚ With the help of the book I am able to connect again to my old days whose memories were somehow faded.
πŸ™‚ The illustrated paintings used in between the chapters just enhances the reading experience.
πŸ™‚ Pace of the book is also good. You can easily finish the book in one go. But the deep impact it has that surely lasts long in your subconscious mind.
πŽπ•π„π‘π€π‹π‹ 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑:-🌟🌟🌟🌟

The Greatest Telugu Stories

πŸ‘‰π€ππŽπ”π“ 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊:-
πŸ“šβ“‰β’Ύβ“‰β“β’Ί:- The Greatest Telugu Stories Ever Told
πŸ–‹οΈβ’Άβ“Šβ“‰β’½β“„β“‡:- Dasu Krishnamoorty
πŸ—žοΈβ“…β“Šβ’·β“β’Ύβ“ˆβ’½β’Ίβ“‡:- Aleph Publication
πŸ”€β“β’Άβ“ƒβ’Όβ“Šβ’Άβ’Όβ’Ί:- English
πŸ“–β’»β“„β“‡β“‚β’Άβ“‰:- Paperback
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This book is a compilation of 21 short stories which were actually written in Telugu language & those are translated to English & compiled in the book for the ease of readers.
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This is a beautiful initiative by the publication House to translate best stories of each language & submerged them to form one book & everyone can enjoy them.
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These stories are raw crisp & nicely showcased the culture the fashion the lifestyle of people.
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All these stories covering a large number of themes but these themes are not only thought provoking but these are somehow connects to our contemporary life that makes the book more lively to read.
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From all of these stories, the ones which I like the most are, “Kanuparthi Varalakshmamma”(The night after), ” Turaga Janaki Rani” (Yaatra), “Boya Jangaiah” (Eclipse), ” Addepalli Prabhu”(An Ideal Man), “Jajula Gowri”(Signature) & “Vempalli Gangadhar (Festival of Love”.
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To enjoy all these landmark stories grab the book & give it a try.
πŸ‘‰ππŽπ’πˆπ“πˆπ•π„π’ :-
πŸ™‚ The cover of the book is simple & minimal with a maximum effect.
πŸ™‚ Writing style of the book is quite classy & gives a soothing reading experience.
πŸ™‚ Language used in the book is nice which authors just elegantly translated the original stories with their own way in a crisp manner.
πŸ™‚ All the characters in each stories are beautifully portrayed in the book without any sort of manipulation. Authors just kept everything simple & as it is with little bit of their flavour.
πŸ™‚ Both the authors did a remarkable job to make it possible for everyone to enjoy the legendary short stories in telugu languages.
πŸ™‚ They translated the book but never ruined the real emotions of the book. They just transferred the emotions from one language to another language which deserves a big round of applause.
πŸ™‚ Pace of the book is moderate but completely worth reading. You never going to feel it’s length once you started reading it.
πŽπ•π„π‘π€π‹π‹ 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑:-🌟🌟🌟🌟 πŸŒ