अविनाश - Avinash

* * * अविनाश (Avinash) is a Marathi novel by V.S. Khandekar. It was first published in 1945 and is considered one of the most important works of Marathi literature. The novel tells the story of a young man named Avinash who is torn between his love for his wife and his desire for spiritual enlightenment. The novel is set in the early 20th century and follows Avinash as he travels from his home in Maharashtra to Varanasi in search of spiritual fulfillment. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters who help him to understand his own inner conflicts. The novel is a powerful exploration of the themes of love, loss, and spiritual quest. It is a classic of Marathi literature and has been translated into several languages. * * * **Publication:** Mehta Publishing House **Year of Publication:** 1945 **Language:** Marathi **Genre:** Novel **Author:** V.S. Khandekar **Plot:** The novel tells the story of a young man named Avinash who is torn between his love for his wife and his desire for spiritual enlightenment. **Characters:** Avinash, his wife, his guru, a variety of other characters **Themes:** Love, loss, spiritual quest **Significance:** The novel is considered one of the most important works of Marathi literature. **Reception:** The novel has been praised for its powerful exploration of the themes of love, loss, and spiritual quest. It has been translated into several languages. * * *