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Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
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Author: Pallav
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Language: Hindi
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Pages: 291
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Cover: Paperback
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Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 14 cm
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Weight: 380 gm
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Edition: 2021
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ISBN: 9789391494162
About the Book:
Retgatha is a collection that reflects the diversity and richness of Hindi storytelling, focusing on the geographical and cultural diversity of India. Despite the numerous anthologies of Hindi short stories, the variety and volume of the genre allow for diverse interpretations and studies. This anthology, presented by Sahitya Akademi, brings together nearly two dozen Hindi stories related to life in the desert regions of India. These stories delve into the struggles, joys, patriotism, and the unique geographical features of the desert people. The differences between life in plains, hills, and coastal areas are captured in these narratives, which also highlight daily struggles alongside border tensions and the sorrow of displacement.
The anthology includes works by some of the finest Hindi storytellers associated with Rajasthan, such as Yadavendra Sharma 'Chandra', Mani Madhukar, Swayam Prakash, Habib Kaifi, and Malchand Tiwari, as well as stories by Sara Rai and Anand Harmyul about life in the desert. The anthology also includes stories by new-generation writers who offer fresh perspectives on the environment and geography.
Covering nearly four decades of Hindi short stories, this collection is a carefully curated selection of the best stories related to the desert. It is an invaluable resource for readers and researchers with an interest in the short story genre and the cultural fabric of India's desert regions.
