Author: Sharad Pawar
Publication: Rajhans Prakashan
View DetailsAuthor: D.M.Mirasdar
Publication: Mehta Publishing House
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Hasanaval is a Marathi novel written by D. M. Mirasdar. It was first published in 1958 by Mehta Publishing House. The novel is set in a small village in Maharashtra and tells the story of a young woman named Savita who is forced to marry a man she does not love. The novel explores the themes of love, marriage, and social change. Hasanaval has been praised for its realistic portrayal of village life and its sensitive treatment of the subject of arranged marriage. It has also been criticized for its portrayal of women as passive victims. However, the novel remains a significant work of Marathi literature and is considered to be one of Mirasdar's best novels. Here is a more detailed description of the novel: Hasanaval tells the story of Savita, a young woman who is forced to marry a man she does not love. Savita is a bright and ambitious woman who dreams of a career in journalism. However, her parents arrange for her to marry a wealthy landowner named Raghunath. Raghunath is a kind and gentle man, but he is also old and set in his ways. Savita is unhappy in her marriage and longs for the freedom she had before. One day, Savita meets a young man named Madhav. Madhav is a teacher who is also passionate about journalism. Savita and Madhav fall in love, but they know that their relationship is forbidden. They continue to meet in secret, and their love affair blossoms. However, their happiness is short-lived. Raghunath discovers their affair and is furious. He beats Madhav and threatens to kill him. Savita is heartbroken, and she knows that she can never be with Madhav. She leaves her home and goes to live in a small town. In the town, Savita finds a job as a journalist. She works hard and eventually becomes a successful writer. She also finds love again with a man named Anand. Anand is a kind and supportive man, and he helps Savita to heal from her past. Hasanaval is a story of love, loss, and redemption. It is a story about the power of women and the importance of following your dreams.