ZOMBI

Book Details:

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

• Language: Marathi

• Edition: 27th Edition

• ISBN: 9788177663921

• Pages: 408

• Publishing Year: December 1987

• Category: Autobiography

• Sub Category: Theatre, Actor, Cinema

• Cover: Paperback

About The Book:
Zombee is a compelling autobiographical account that takes us through the struggles of a youth from rural Maharashtra, whose journey to education is marked by immense hardships. "Zombee," which translates to wrestling, reflects the author's life-long battle against poverty, societal norms, and family circumstances.

Coming from a family where the father, landless and toiling on others' fields, considers his son’s education a luxury he cannot afford, the protagonist is forced to fight his way through life. His mother, relentlessly working for an ever-growing family, is deeply entrenched in the traditions and superstitions of their rural world. Despite the immense financial and emotional barriers, he wrestles against hunger, poverty, and despair to complete his secondary education.

This book is not just the author's story but a reflection of the struggles faced by hundreds of landless families in the rural interiors of Maharashtra. With authenticity and raw emotion, Zombee captures the perseverance and resilience of a young boy striving for a better life, offering readers an insightful look at the harsh realities of rural India and the value of education in transforming lives.

The narrative weaves through themes of education, class struggle, and societal expectations, making it not only an autobiographical account but also a poignant social commentary.