KARMELIN Sahitya Akademi Award Winning Konkani Novel Author Damodar Mauzo Translated By Vidya Pai (English)

Book Details:

• Author: Damodar Mauzo

• Translator: Vidya Pai

• Publisher: Sahitya Akademi

• Language: English

• Binding: Hardcover

• Pages: 281

• Release Date: 01-12-2004

• Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.7 x 0.8 inches

• Cover Artist: Sandeep Sinha

• ISBN: 9788126018727

About the Book:
Karmelin is a poignant English translation of Damodar Mauzo’s celebrated Konkani novel, translated by Vidya Pai. The story follows the life of Karmelin, a young orphaned girl in South Goa, as she struggles against poverty, social constraints, and personal hardships. Betrayed by a negligent husband and forced by circumstances, Karmelin works as a maid in Kuwait to secure a better future for her family.

Set against the contrasting backdrops of modern-day Kuwait and the lush landscapes of Goa, the novel explores themes of sexual exploitation, caste dynamics, gender discrimination, family politics, and resilience. Mauzo vividly portrays the bittersweet triumphs and trials of Karmelin, making the narrative both powerful and heartwarming.

“In the struggle of one woman lies the story of a community, its sorrows, hopes, and enduring spirit.”

About the Author:
Damodar Mauzo (b. 1944) is a leading Konkani writer, awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award for Karmelin in 1983. His works reflect the social and linguistic life of Goa, and he has been recognized with multiple awards including the Goa Kala Academy Award, Katha Prize, and the Konkani Bhasha Mandal Award. His stories have been widely translated and adapted for national telecasts.

Published by Sahitya Akademi, this edition provides a compelling and insightful reading experience for lovers of contemporary Indian literature and translated fiction.