The gift of a Cow; a translation of the Hindi Novel, Godaan

by Munshi Premchand

Book Overview

Godaan is a masterpiece of Indian literature that explores the complex themes of social inequality, rural life, and the struggles of the marginalized. Written by Munshi Premchand, this timeless novel... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0253130018
• ISBN13: 9780253130013
• Release Date: January 1968
• Publisher: Indiana University Press
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Best Insight to Rural India's Problems

For those interested in the Indian Villages and the problems of the peasants this book is the best "relaxed" read.

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I thought this was an excellent book that helped construct a frame for me to begin to understand India. After travelling in the country recently, my memories of the book helped me put into perspective what I saw about the Indians, and the times I saw them taking advantage of each other. More importantly, the book described the search for dignity that people of all countries must share. It is a very complex country and I was glad I read this.