Sandhyaraga

📚 Book Details

• Author: A. N. Krishnarao & G. S. Amur
• Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
• Language: English
• Edition: 2010
• ISBN: 8126027886
• Pages: 159
• Format: Paperback
• Dimensions: 20.5 cm × 14 cm (8.0 × 5.5 inches)
• Weight: 220 gm

📝 Description

About the Book

This insightful volume focuses on the life and literary contributions of A. N. Krishnarao, one of the most prolific and influential figures in modern Kannada literature. The work highlights his significant role during the Navodaya and Progressive phases, where he helped establish the novel as a powerful medium for expressing contemporary social realities.

Through an exploration of his writings, the book examines themes such as the tension between tradition and modernity, the transformation of family and community life, and social issues like changing moral values. It provides readers with a deeper understanding of a rapidly evolving society in early twentieth-century India.

About the Authors

A. N. Krishnarao (1908–1971) was a renowned novelist, playwright, and cultural activist whose extensive body of work shaped modern Kannada literature. His novels are celebrated for their narrative depth and exploration of complex social themes, influencing generations of writers.

G. S. Amur (b. 1925) is a distinguished critic writing in both English and Kannada. He received the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1996 for his critical study of D. R. Bendre. Honored with several prestigious awards, he has contributed significantly to literary criticism and translation, making important works accessible to a wider readership.