Daatu

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Language:

English

568 Country of Origin:

India

Age Range:

18-100

Average Reading Time

1136 mins

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Book Description

Daatu is a powerful portrayal of turbulences and troubles caste system causes in Indian society. A unique novel, it was chosen for Sahitya Akademi award in 1975. Its problem is relevant even today and it seems it continues to be relevant for many decades to come. The author deftly uses myths and mystical images to connect the present with the past. Set in Thirumalapura and through the takes of a daughter of a Brahmin priest who chooses to marry a non-Brahmin, son of a powerful minister, the novel vividly on individuals and societal structures. It is a stunning saga of courageous forthright and intelligent women of tremendous will power.