‘Babaji Ka Bhog’ is a short story penned in Hindi by one of the greatest short-story writers of India, namely Munshi Premchand. Premchand is well known for his short stories and novels, which focus on the lives of the poor and oppressed peasants of India during the pre-Independence period. Village life and the utter poverty of the rural peasant was his inspiration making him … [Read more...] about ‘Babaji’s Feast’ or ‘Babaji Ka Bhog’ by Munshi Premchand: Short Story Analysis
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‘The Shroud’ by Munshi Premchand: Short Story Analysis
‘The Shroud’ by Munshi Premchand: Short Story Analysis ‘The Shroud’ is considered to be one of the best written short stories in India. Munshi Premchand, one of the greatest Indian writers in Hindi and Urdu, penned this story. It has been translated and reprinted many times. As you read the story, it is impossible to miss the caustic satire, the gritty reality, and the … [Read more...] about ‘The Shroud’ by Munshi Premchand: Short Story Analysis
‘The Bookbinder’ by Munshi Premchand: Short Story Analysis
‘The Bookbinder’ by Munshi Premchand: Short Story Analysis ‘The Bookbinder’ is the story of the unfortunate animal lover Rafaqat Hussain who became indebted to many people because of his vicious second wife's demands. Munshi Premchand is the narrator of this tale. Very rarely do we find Premchand as a character in his own short story. Premchand is considered a pioneer … [Read more...] about ‘The Bookbinder’ by Munshi Premchand: Short Story Analysis