A Horse And Two Goats
A Horse And Two Goats
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1970
Book Brief
148
Short Story • Fiction
1970
Adult
15-18 years
Reviews & Readership
350 ratings
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Review Roundup
R. K. Narayan's A Horse And Two Goats is celebrated for its masterful storytelling, cultural insight, and humor. Readers appreciate Narayan's nuanced portrayal of Indian life and the comical yet poignant communication gap between characters. Some critique its brevity, yearning for deeper exploration. Overall, it's a charming narrative with rich cultural textures.
Who Should Read A Horse And Two Goats?
Readers who enjoy R. K. Narayan’s A Horse and Two Goats typically appreciate culturally rich narratives with subtle humor and human insights. Comparable to those who relish Jhumpa Lahiri’s Interpreter of Maladies or Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s The Thing Around Your Neck, they value stories that explore cross-cultural encounters and everyday life with wit and empathy.
350 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
148
Short Story • Fiction
1970
Adult
15-18 years
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