HASYACHI LAAT

📘 Book Details

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

• Language: Marathi

• Edition: 1st Edition

• Year of Publication: January 2025

• ISBN: 9789357206952

• Pages: 144

• Cover: Paperback

• Category: Short Stories

📝 About The Book

“Laughter Amidst Crisis”
In “Laughter Amidst Crisis”, the author captures the peculiarities and paradoxes of human behavior during one of the most challenging times in recent history — the COVID-19 pandemic. Through a collection of short stories, the book highlights how individuals and families navigated the social, medical, and emotional strains caused by the pandemic.

Set against the backdrop of lockdowns, quarantines, and the struggles of healthcare workers, the stories delve into the complex dynamics of human nature, even in times of crisis. From the strained doctor-patient relationships and police action to the chaos of weddings with limited guests, the author explores how society adjusted to these new realities. Despite the grief, fear, and uncertainty, the stories are imbued with moments of humor, satire, and the resilience of the human spirit.

The collection also reflects on human nature's consistency, with arguments between spouses, the rush for medical supplies, and suspicion among neighbors creating moments of levity amidst the seriousness of the pandemic.

With 144 pages of evocative writing, “Laughter Amidst Crisis” offers a compassionate yet entertaining look at how society adapted, survived, and even found humor in an otherwise grim situation. Perfect for those seeking both insight and a lighthearted escape from the pressures of daily life.