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Raag darbari

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SKU: 9780140116625

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Experience the hilarious chaos of village life in Raag Darbari (ISBN: 9780140116625) by Shrilal Shukla. Follow Rangnath’s comical journey as he navigates the quirky characters and power struggles of Shivpalganj. From bhang-drinking sessions to college protests, this satirical novel exposes the absurdity of rural politics and societal dynamics. Translated by Gillian Wright, Raag Darbari is a must-read for anyone seeking wit and humor.

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780140116625
  • Publisher: MOTILAL PENGUIN INDIA
  • Binding: Paperback
  • No of Pages: 360
  • Spine Width: 22 mm
  • Width: 131 mm
  • ISBN-10: 0140116621
  • Publisher Date: 14 Jul 2016
  • Height: 199 mm
  • Returnable: Y
  • Weight: 276 gr

Additional information

Weight 0.5 kg

25 reviews for Raag darbari

  1. Harsh

    The book is a hilarious satire on Indian society. The characters were memorable and the plot was engaging. Awesome book to read!

  2. Dhiraj V S

    Amazing book written in hindi and translated so well. I am really happy that I read this book

  3. Savio Travasso

    A hilarious and insightful look at Indian village life. Shukla’s satire is sharp, but sometimes the cultural references were lost on me. Still, a worthwhile read. I like the way it potrays society.

  4. Priyanshu Sharma

    Some people will find it good, some will not. I liked some parts of book. I would recommend it based on your interest

  5. Anurag

    Raag Darbari is a great read for anyone interested in Indian literature. Hilarious and thought-provoking, a little slow in some places.

  6. Parv Medatwal Medatwal

    I found the book to be a bit dry at times. Good book with mixed feelings. The satirical elements were well-done, but not always engaging.

  7. Bhawna Vats

    Shukla’s writing is witty and engaging. The story is a bit slow-paced in places, but overall, it’s a great read. I enjoyed the overall book.

  8. Yoush Sonkar

    A fantastic book. The best part is translation is well done. No essence is lost in translation. Every one should give it a try

  9. Dhiraj V S

    Raag Darbari is a comical masterpiece! The characters are unforgettable, and the plot twists kept me hooked. Some parts felt a bit slow, but overall, great!

  10. Ankit Singh Gurjar

    Raag Darbari is a classic for a reason. A must-read for anyone interested in Indian literature. Awesome potrayal of characters.

  11. Shivam

    The book is funny and insightful. Some of the cultural references were lost on me, but I still enjoyed it. Not bad.

  12. Gaurav Kumar

    I enjoyed the witty writing and the absurd situations. A bit too long and meandering in places, but enjoyable nonetheless.

  13. Anushka

    The characters were hilarious, and the story was engaging. Some of the cultural references were a bit confusing. This book changed my perspective.

  14. Aseem Goel

    The humor is spot-on, and the translation is excellent. However, the political commentary can be a bit dense at times. I loved reading about the village life.

  15. Ayush Mishra

    I appreciated the satire and the social commentary. Some of the jokes went over my head. Good to read about the village life.

  16. Samyak Daheshwar Gajbhiye

    A good attempt. Not a great book. Can read if have lot of time. Didn’t connect well with the book

  17. Divya

    Satirical way to represent society. I liked the way village life is potrayed. You can try reading this book

  18. Lalit Kumar Chauhan

    A brilliant satire on Indian politics and society. Shukla’s writing is sharp and insightful. Very funny, but also thought-provoking. Excellent job

  19. Davinder Singh Bedi

    I found the book to be a bit slow at times. The satirical elements were well-done, but not always captivating. I have mixed feelings.

  20. Gaurav Lakheshwar Moon

    The book is funny, but I found it hard to connect with the characters at times. Story could be better but overall, the book is great.

  21. Ankita Halder

    A classic for a reason. Raag Darbari is a humorous and insightful look at Indian society. A must-read for literature enthusiasts.

  22. Shubham Kaushal

    Excellent book. You should give it a try. Best part is no essence of book is lost during translation.

  23. Barun Mandi

    A satirical masterpiece! Shukla’s writing is brilliant, and the story is engaging. Little lengthy. A classic!

  24. Jatin Premkumar Paliwal

    The book is a hilarious take on Indian politics. Some of the characters were over-the-top, but that added to the humor. I enjoyed reading this.

  25. Shashank

    Shukla’s writing is sharp and witty. The story is a bit meandering in places, but overall, it’s a great read. I will recommend this book

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