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A New Beginning is a translation of Nanjil Nadan's collection of short stories entitled Soodiya Poo Soodarka, which won the Sahitya Akademi Award in 2010. These stories cover a wide range of topics and illuminate the facility and ease with which the author handles them. He draws us into different worlds, from the world of the Nepali migrant security guard Dhanram Singh, to the heartbreaking story of a particularly devastating drought in Central India, petty bureaucrats making a few pennies from the events they organise to the stories of the little-known household deities of the south. Every story is set in a different milieu, and yet every one of them is about the shared experience and the foibles of the common man or woman, and always told with the unfailing empathy and the gentle sense of irony that is the hallmark of all of Nanjil Nadan's creative work.

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ISBN
9789387989603
Pages
190
Avg Reading Time
6 hrs
Age
18+ yrs
Country of Origin
IN

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A New Beginning is a translation of Nanjil Nadan's collection of short stories entitled Soodiya Poo Soodarka, which won the Sahitya Akademi Award in 2010. These stories cover a wide range of topics and illuminate the facility and ease with which the author handles them. He draws us into different worlds, from the world of the Nepali migrant security guard Dhanram Singh, to the heartbreaking story of a particularly devastating drought in Central India, petty bureaucrats making a few pennies from the events they organise to the stories of the little-known household deities of the south. Every story is set in a different milieu, and yet every one of them is about the shared experience and the foibles of the common man or woman, and always told with the unfailing empathy and the gentle sense of irony that is the hallmark of all of Nanjil Nadan's creative work.

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  • ISBN
    9789387989603
  • Pages
    190
  • Avg Reading Time
    6 hrs
  • Age
    18+ yrs
  • Country of Origin
    IN

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A New Beginning is a deeply human collection of short stories that captures the quiet complexities of everyday life across different corners of India.

Translated from Nanjil Nadan’s award-winning Tamil work Soodiya Poo Soodarka, this collection moves effortlessly across worlds—following a migrant security guard, a drought-stricken region, small-town bureaucrats, and even the forgotten deities of household traditions. Each story unfolds in a different setting, yet they are all bound by a shared focus on the lives, struggles, and contradictions of ordinary people.

Nanjil Nadan’s storytelling stands out for its empathy and restraint. He does not dramatise suffering or exaggerate conflict. Instead, he observes—gently revealing the humour, irony, and vulnerability that define human experience.

This is a collection where nothing feels forced, yet everything stays with you.

A New Beginning is ideal for readers who appreciate subtle, reflective storytelling that finds meaning in the everyday.

What is A New Beginning about?

It is a collection of short stories that explore everyday life, focusing on ordinary people and their experiences across different social and cultural settings.

Is this book originally written in English?

No. It is an English translation of Nanjil Nadan’s Tamil short story collection, which won the Sahitya Akademi Award.

What themes do these stories cover?

The stories explore themes like migration, drought, bureaucracy, cultural traditions, and the emotional lives of common people.

What makes Nanjil Nadan’s writing unique?

His writing is known for its empathy, simplicity, and gentle irony. He captures complex emotions without dramatic storytelling.

Who should read this book?

  • Readers of literary fiction
  • Those interested in Indian stories in translation
  • Book clubs looking for thoughtful discussions
  • Readers who enjoy subtle, character-driven narratives

Why readers choose this book

  • Sahitya Akademi Award-winning original work
  • Deeply empathetic storytelling
  • Stories rooted in real, everyday life

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