KATHANTAR

📘 Book Details

• Publisher: Mehta Publishing House

• Language: Translated from Russian to Marathi

• Edition: 2nd Edition

• Year of Publication: February 2003

• ISBN: 9788177663617

• Pages: 160

• Cover: Paperback

• Category: Short Stories

📝 About The Book

This translated collection brings together some of the finest Russian short stories by iconic authors such as Tolstoy, Chekhov, and Solzhenitsyn, among others. The stories are selected to reflect the struggle for individual liberties that the Russian society longed for and fought for, spanning the era from the Tsarist regime to Gorbachev’s leadership.

The stories in this book highlight the societal and personal struggles for freedom, capturing the essence of a dynamic historical period in Russia. These powerful works explore themes of oppression, self-determination, and the human spirit’s resilience.

This book is a rare treasure in Marathi literature, offering lucid and rich translations by the renowned Suniti Ashok Deshpande. The simplicity and elegance of her translations make these classic Russian tales accessible to Marathi readers who may not have come across them in their original form.

With tales that resonate deeply with readers, this collection invites you to explore the universal struggle for personal freedom while immersing yourself in rich cultural and historical narratives.