Malgudi Days
Malgudi Days
Fiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 1943
Book Brief
288
Short Story Collection • Fiction
1943
Adult
12+ years
910L
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Malgudi Days by R. K. Narayan captures the fictitious Indian town of Malgudi through charming, evocative short stories. Readers appreciate Narayan's ability to bring ordinary characters to life with simplicity and humor. However, some find the pacing slow and the plots overly simplistic. Still, the collection is celebrated for its rich cultural insights and timeless quality.
Who Should Read Malgudi Days?
An ideal reader for R. K. Narayan's Malgudi Days relishes rich, character-centric storytelling with an appreciation for cultural nuances. Fans of simpler narratives with profound insights found in works like To Kill a Mockingbird or The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency will feel at home with these charming tales from a fictional Indian town.
21,567 ratings
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288
Short Story Collection • Fiction
1943
Adult
12+ years
910L
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