The Goat Thief
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The Goat Thief

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SKU: 9789353450427

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Experience the dark humor and irony of rural Tamil Nadu in Perumal Murugan’s ‘The Goat Thief.’ This curated collection of short stories, translated by N. Kalyan Raman, spans his career and showcases the best of his acclaimed writing. Explore the depths of human experience with a touch of lightness in these otherworldly tales. Dive into the world of a master storyteller.

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  • ISBN-13: 9789353450427
  • Publisher: HarperCollins
  • Binding: Paper Back
  • No of Pages: 232
  • ISBN-10: 935345042X
  • Publisher Date: 2019
  • Language: English

23 reviews for The Goat Thief

  1. Abhishek Kumar –

    A must-read for fans of Perumal Murugan! His unique voice shines through. Hilarious at times. Some stories are little too dark though.

  2. Sarthak Dipak Bhadange –

    These stories offer a fascinating glimpse into rural life. The author has created a unique and vivid world.

  3. Anonymous –

    Found the stories to be quite engaging and the translation well done. A nice look into a different culture. Recommended!

  4. Dhiraj V S –

    Not his best work, but still a worthwhile read for Murugan fans. Some stories felt underdeveloped. Overall, it was average.

  5. Devyani Mehrotra –

    I struggled to connect with some of the characters. However, the writing is beautiful and evocative.

  6. Akash Kaushal –

    A good collection of short stories. Some were excellent, others just okay. Murugan’s writing is unique. A bit slow at times.

  7. Maheshwari Rawat –

    Really enjoyed the cultural insights! The writing style took some getting used to, but worth it. Recommend to anyone interested in slice of life.

  8. Sanyam Singla –

    A good read overall, I would highly recommend for people interested in a new culture.

  9. Nishita Mathur –

    Enjoyed the glimpse into rural Tamil Nadu. The goat stories were interesting. A bit repetitive at times, though.

  10. Princi Rai –

    Excellent collection. Murugan’s writing is sharp and observant. The stories are thought-provoking and the translation is great.

  11. Shubh Sharma –

    A captivating read! The dark humor kept me engaged. Some stories were a bit too bleak for my taste.

  12. Ritika Adhikary –

    A mixed bag. Some stories were fantastic, others forgettable. Murugan’s talent is undeniable, though. Good translation.

  13. Ashish Das –

    Perumal Murugan is a master storyteller! These short stories are witty and insightful. Loved the translation.

  14. Shashank –

    I really appreciated the humor in these stories. It really broke the tension in an expert way.

  15. Niharika Srivastava –

    Murugan at his finest! Hilarious, heartbreaking, and always thought-provoking. A true masterpiece.

  16. Shubham Choudhary –

    A wonderful collection! Murugan’s voice is so unique and refreshing. Each story is a gem. Highly recommended.

  17. Gaurav Kumar –

    The book does have some interesting point, some of the stories were not for me

  18. Sumit Kumar Sahu –

    The stories were well-written, but the subject matter was sometimes too depressing for me.

  19. Viren Mukhi –

    The translation is excellent, and the stories are well-crafted. But, I expected a bit more depth, honestly.

  20. Ashish Kumar –

    Interesting stories, but not my favorite Murugan book. Some felt unfinished, but overall a worthwhile read.

  21. Rupal –

    A great introduction to Murugan’s work. The stories are short, sweet, and impactful. Loved it!

  22. Ravinder Kumar –

    Interesting, but not captivating. I found myself getting bored at times. Murugan has definitely written better works.

  23. Arushi Chadha –

    Enjoyable read, provided a good insight to their culture. There are some themes that are little too extreme.

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