Author: Sharad Pawar
Publication: Rajhans Prakashan
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Author: Bhau Padhye
Publication: Shabd Publication
Category: कादंबरी
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करंटा - Karanta करंटा (Marathi: करंटा) is a Marathi-language novel by Bhau Padhye. It was first published in 1974 by Shabd Publication. The novel is set in the rural Maharashtra of the early 20th century and tells the story of a young man named Narayan who is torn between his traditional upbringing and the modern world. The novel has been praised for its realistic portrayal of rural life and its insights into the changing social and economic conditions of the time. It has also been criticized for its portrayal of women and its depiction of violence. Despite these criticisms, करंटा remains a significant work of Marathi literature and is considered to be one of Bhau Padhye's best novels. Here is a more detailed description of the novel: करंटा is the story of Narayan, a young man from a small village in Maharashtra. Narayan is a bright and ambitious student, but he is also deeply rooted in his traditional Hindu culture. When he goes to college in the city, he is exposed to new ideas and ways of life that challenge his beliefs. He is torn between his desire to embrace the modern world and his loyalty to his traditional upbringing. Narayan's journey is a journey of self-discovery. He learns to question his beliefs and to come to terms with his own identity. He also learns to appreciate the value of both tradition and modernity. करंटा is a powerful and moving novel that explores the complex relationship between tradition and modernity. It is a story of change, of growth, and of the search for self-identity. The novel is also a powerful indictment of the caste system and the social inequality that it perpetuates. Narayan's journey is a journey of liberation, as he sheds the shackles of tradition and caste and comes to embrace his own individuality. करंटा is a must-read for anyone interested in Indian literature or in the history of modern India. It is a powerful and moving novel that offers a unique perspective on the complex social and cultural changes that have shaped India in the 20th century.
