The Stories in this anthology, some of them appearing for the first time in English translation, seek to give a larger view of Yashpal as a short story writer as well as provide a taste of his forthright approach to the questions of his time. Whether exploring the theme of the complicity of the ruled with the rulers, or the unquestioning supplication of human beings to a deity or faith, or social reform and social protest, the stories are coloured by the author’s deep concern with the India he fought for and Dreamed of. In a world weary of territorial strife, religious rancour and social iniquities, the stories are perhaps more relevant today than when they were written almost fifty years back.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Anand
ANAND is the pseudonym of P Sachidanandan who was born in 1936 in Kerala. Known for his serious and thought provoking works of fiction, Anand has regularly written on current topics and social themes. His major works are Aalkppttam, Abaryarthikal, Marubhoomi Untakunnatu (available in English translation as Desert Shadows), Govardhante Yatrakal, Vyasanum Vigneshwaranum. He has also written a few collections of short stories, two plays and articles. Anand has received various awards for his writings including the Kerala and Kendra Sahitya Akademi awards.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Yashpal
Yashpal, graduated in Hindi Literature and education from Jamia Milia Islamia University Delhi. He began his journalistic career with a leading newspaper in New Delhi, moving on to the reputed magazine at Delhi. For the past ten years, he has been writing on a wide range of subjects. The focus of his interest howevery is education.
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