Have you read Malgudi Days?
- May 5, 2020
Have you read Malgudi Days?
- May 5, 2020
Written by the legendary author R.K. Narayan, Malgudi Days is one book every Indian kid should read. Set in the fictional town of Malgudi, this book consists of 32 short stories that paint a beautiful picture of small town India in the ’60s and ’70s.
Here are the top three reasons why Malgudi Days is a must-read for kids
Published in 1943, Malgudi Days was first mentioned in R.K. Narayan’s Swami and Friends. The popularity of the book can be estimated from the fact that the book was adapted into a series by actor and director, Shankar Nag in 1986, and then a movie by his co-director Kavitha Lankesh in 2004.
R.K. Narayan was awarded the Padma Vibhushan and the Padma Bhushan for the indelible mark he left on Indian literature through his works.
Comic of The Month
Tripura
Towards the end of November. India will celebrate the festival of Kartik Purnima. As per Hindu mythology, this festival celebrates the victory of Shiva over the three demon sons of Tarakasura and is celebrated as Deva-Deepawali or the Diwali of the Gods. Read the full story in our free comic of the month.