TELUGU
Showcasing a literary genre
Ambika Ananth
CHEEKATI THERALU — Short Stories: Andhe Narayana Swamy; Visalandhra Publishing House, Bank Street, Hyderabad-500001. Rs.60.
MOST OF the stories in this collection were written by the author after he lost his vision, but the inner eye seems to have been very keen and observant, making him pen some poignant and memorable stories.
Since the stories were set in the past, dating back to 1940s and 1960s, readers of today may feel a sense of déjÀ vu – a feeling as though they had read them or heard them already. Sincerity is the soul of these stories and it makes it very compelling.
The narration is colloquial as well as classy.
The story “Punarjeevulu” is long, like a novelette, and the rest are short to very short stories. “Atithi” and “Vyakthitwam” clearly depict the capriciousness of humans and how their behaviour changes according to situation where money is involved.
“Tinaaliraa Babu! Tinaali” is a fine parody on binge-eating of some people. “Kodukulu” touches a sensitive chord, though with a predictable end.
Showcasing the typical short story tradition and a thematic variety of the past generation, this collection proves the sincere efforts of the publishers to preserve the stories of yesteryears, which stand out for their worthiness and timelessness.
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