Dollar Bahu

by Sudha Murty

Book Overview

A story of how money corrupts the way people look at one another and how it can almost tear a family apart

Vinuta marries Girish, a bank clerk, and starts living with his family in Bangalore. She adjusts to her new family well, looking after her husband, father-in-law and mother-in-law Gouramma, not taking to heart her mother-in-law's constant picking. But when Girish's elder brother Chandru, who is in the US, decides to get married,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0143103768
• ISBN13: 9780143103769
• Release Date: December 2007
• Publisher: India Penguin
• Length: 150 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.0" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

Dollar Bahu-The Story Of An Unassuming Indian

A classic book. A simple tale told in simple words in her inimitable style. Ms. Sudha Murthy provides us with insight and wisdom through this poignant tale of the protagonist, who is a simple and humble village girl. A must read for all Indians. The theme is universal, although told in a very simple and lucid style. A highly recommended book for young students and teachers alike. A masterpiece from Ms. Sudha Murthy, who is a role model for all of us Indians.