Godan
Godan
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Uttar Pradesh, India • 1930s
2022
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Godan, by Munsi Premchand, explores the life of a rural farmer, focusing on the everyday struggles and social issues faced by individuals in a village setting. The narrative delves into themes of poverty, exploitation, and resilience, highlighting the impact of socio-economic constraints on personal and communal lives.
Informative
Gritty
Melancholic
Contemplative
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Godan by Munsi Premchand is praised for its realistic portrayal of rural Indian life and the struggles of its farmers. Readers appreciate its deep social commentary and emotional depth. Criticisms include a slow pace and dense narrative at times. Overall, the novel is celebrated for its historical significance and insightful storytelling.
Who Should Read Godan?
Readers who enjoy Godan by Munsi Premchand are typically interested in exploring socio-economic issues, rural life, and class struggles in early 20th-century India. Fans of The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck or My Name Is Red by Orhan Pamuk may find a similar depth in cultural and societal themes.
388
Novel • Fiction
Uttar Pradesh, India • 1930s
2022
Adult
18+ years
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