GOSHTI GHARAKADIL

📘 Book Details

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

• Language: Marathi

• Edition: 8th Edition

• Year of Publication: August 1990

• ISBN: 9788184983616

• Pages: 108

• Cover: Paperback

• Category: Short Stories

📝 About The Book

“The Timeless Neem Tree: Reflections on Aging and Change”
In this evocative collection of short stories, the author uses the timeless symbol of the neem tree to explore the passage of time, aging, and the subtle transformations that occur in nature and life. The neem tree, which has stood for generations, represents the steady march of time and the invisible marks left on life as it ages.

The narrator reflects on the mystery of the tree’s past—wondering if anyone has seen it in its youth—while admiring its massive trunk and the knot-like structures that signal its long existence. To the observer, the neem tree seems to be in a state of permanence, as if time itself has stopped for it. Yet, with the arrival of the month of Chaitra, the tree begins to show signs of renewal. Parrot green leaves emerge, bringing life and a vibrant aura that contrasts the heat and harshness of the sun around it.

As the scorching sun bears down on everything, the neem tree offers its shade, a source of comfort and coolness, much like an air conditioning system in the midst of the sweltering heat. Through this imagery, the author beautifully captures the essence of aging: the tree, though old and weathered, continues to provide life and shelter, reflecting the quiet beauty that emerges with time.

This collection invites readers to reflect on the passage of time, the changes that come with it, and the wisdom and beauty that can still be found in life’s later stages.