LOST HORIZON

Details:

• ISBN: 9788184984521

• Edition: 2

• Publishing Year: FEBRUARY 2013

• Pages: 184

• Language: Translated From English to Marathi

• Category: Fiction

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

• Binding: Paperback

Description:

Lost Horizon, originally published in 1933, has captivated readers and audiences worldwide, particularly after the release of Frank Capra's 1937 film adaptation, which brought this enchanting tale to life. Written by James Hilton, this novel blends adventure, emotion, and the pursuit of utopia, taking readers on a journey to the fabled Shangri-La.

The story begins with a group of English and American residents forced to flee an uprising in Baskul. As their plane crash-lands in the remote Tibetan Himalayas, the survivors find themselves stranded outside the reach of the British Empire. In this desolate, isolated world, they stumble upon a legendary paradise—the mystical and elusive monastery known as Shangri-La.

Shangri-La, a place beyond imagination, offers not only physical refuge but a spiritual haven as well. The novel takes readers through the beauty, tranquility, and secrets of this hidden sanctuary, where time seems to stand still, and life is governed by the ideals of peace, wisdom, and contentment. The story raises questions about the nature of happiness, the human desire for immortality, and the price of living in such an ideal world.

In this Marathi translation by Snehal Joshi, readers are transported into this mesmerizing world, as they uncover the mysteries of Shangri-La. The book also includes a special essay by Kenneth C. Davis, author of Don't Know Much About® History, that delves deeper into the cultural and historical impact of Hilton’s work.

This timeless novel is a thought-provoking adventure that remains relevant in its exploration of utopian ideals, human desires, and the quest for a perfect existence.