GABRU

Book Details

• ISBN: 9789395477956

• Edition: 2

• Publishing Year: September 1994

• Pages: 140

• Language: Marathi

• Category: Short Stories

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

• Binding: Paperback

About The Book

This delightful collection of seven humor-filled stories presents a glimpse into the world of rural characters and their colorful lives. The first story, "Gabru," introduces readers to Bali Gaikwad, an author from a rural background, who approaches Suryakant Shendure, an editor and publisher, with a request to publish his drama. However, Bali Gaikwad is illiterate, and the drama, written by his nephew, is riddled with errors, including a misspelled title and a lack of continuity in the plot. The drama, which begins with the murder of a constable, inexplicably omits any further mention of the incident, creating an amusingly confusing storyline.

The story humorously explores the process of publishing, with Shendure making corrections to the drama's language and organizing a publication event. It also features the procession of Jilha Parishad Chairman Shyamrao Khape, the snacks served during the event, and the Chairman’s typical speech. As the story unfolds, Bali Gaikwad’s drama unexpectedly finds success, much to his joy, and the tale concludes with his growing happiness over the triumph of his book.

Through humor, this collection brings to life the quirks and complexities of rural authors, their ambitions, and the amusing scenarios that often unfold in the world of publishing. The stories in this book reflect the charm and humor of everyday life, making it an entertaining read for those who enjoy light-hearted, yet insightful narratives.