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Hats and Doctors
Rated 4.00 out of 5 based on 8 customer ratings
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SKU: 9780143417187
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“Hats and Doctors” by Leszek Kolakowski (9780143417187) offers a first look at Upendranath Ashk’s witty and poignant stories. From humorous tales like “The Dal Eaters” to thought-provoking pieces like “Furlough” and “In the Insane Asylum,” this collection explores human frailties and personal obsessions with a light touch. Daisy Rockwell’s translation brings Ashk’s world to life for English readers.
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Supreet Suman –
Enjoyed the humor in ‘The Dal Eaters’! A fun, quick read. Some stories resonated more than others. Interesting peek into Ashk’s world.
Pranav Bagaria –
I loved the variety of stories! From funny to sad, Ashk covers it all. Daisy Rockwell did a great job with the translation!
Ansh Gautam –
The translation is nicely done. The stories are so interesting with dark humor and complex subjects of the era. I enjoyed it.
Subhash Sourav –
A good introduction to Upendranath Ashk. The stories are well-selected and offer a good overview of his work. It is just okay.
Nelli Sam Prakash –
Kolakowski introduces Ashk well! I liked how the stories explore human nature. Quick to read. I am excited to read more from Ashk!
Aman Dubey –
I was hoping for more wit. Some stories were good but others didn’t capture my attention. I think translation could be better.
Muneela Yarrabathina –
Some stories are so poignant, it hurts. I’m still thinking about ‘In the Insane Asylum’. However, the book is sometimes boring.
Virender Singh Rajpurohit –
A mixed bag. Some stories shone, others fell flat. Ashk’s wit is undeniable, but the translation felt clunky in places. Worth a read, but not a masterpiece.