KALAKABHINNA

📘 Book Details

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

• Language: Marathi

• Edition: 2nd Edition

• Year of Publication: May 2008

• ISBN: 9788177669770

• Pages: 168

• Cover: Paperback

• Category: Short Stories

📝 About The Book

In this introspective and reflective collection of short stories, the author delves into the complexities of human life, its fleeting moments of joy, and the inevitable journey towards aging and loss. The narrative begins with the birth of a human, emerging from the darkness of the womb and crying for the first time, marking their entrance into the world. From this point, the human life unfolds amidst the companionship of family, friends, and the experiences that shape their existence.

As life progresses, the protagonist encounters new friendships and finds transient happiness. However, with the passage of time, a sense of frustration sets in. Relationships, once warm and meaningful, become transactional, and memories fade. In a world filled with constant motion, the individual finds solace in machines, as human connections seem to lose their significance.

The story explores the inevitable wear and tear on both the body and the mind as time moves forward. The freshness of the body diminishes, and the fragrance of the mind fades, leaving behind a hollow, empty feeling. In this void, people turn to old memories and photographs, seeking comfort in the past, but even these memories come with a sense of nostalgia tinged with shadows of time lost.

Through evocative prose and a deep understanding of human emotions, the author paints a poignant picture of life's journey—its joys, losses, and the inevitable march of time. This collection is a beautiful exploration of the human condition, offering readers a chance to reflect on their own lives and the memories that shape them.