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Mountains Painted With Turmeric
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Since Its Publication In The Late 1950S, Mountains Painted With Turmeric Has Struck A Chord In The Hearts Of Hundreds Of Thousands Of Nepali Readers. Set In The Hills Of Far Eastern Nepal, The Novel Offers Readers A Window Into The Lives Of The People By Depicting In Subtle Detail The Stark Realities Of Village Life.Carefully Translated From The Original Text, Mountains Painted With Turmeric Tells The Story Of A Peasant Farmer Named Dhan (Which Means, Ironically, Wealthy One) Who Is Struggling To Provide For His Wife And Son And Arrange The Marriage Of His Beautiful Younger Sister. Unable To Keep Up With The Financial Demands Of The Big Men Who Control His Village, Dhan And His Family Suffer One Calamity After Another, And A Series Of Quarrels With Fellow Villagers Forces Them Into Exile.In Haunting Prose, Lil Bahadur Chettri Portrays The Dukha, Or Suffering And Sorrow, Endured By Ordinary Peasants; The Exploitation Of The Poor By The Rich And Powerful; And The Social Conservatism That Twists A Community Into Punishing A Woman For Being The Victim Of A Crime. Chettri Describes The Impoverishment, Dispossession, And Banishment Of Dhan'S Family To Expose Profound Divisions Between Those Who Prosper And Those Who Are Slowly Stripped Of Their Meager Possessions. Yet He Also Conveys The Warmth And Intimacy Of Village Society, From Which Dhan And His Family Are Ultimately Excluded.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Mountains Painted with Turmeric'? A: 'Mountains Painted with Turmeric' explores themes of suffering, social injustice, and the challenges faced by ordinary peasants in rural Nepal. It highlights the stark realities of village life and the impact of exploitation by the wealthy.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Mountains Painted with Turmeric' is Lil Bahadur Chettri, a noted writer known for his poignant storytelling and depiction of rural life in Nepal.
- Q: What is the format of 'Mountains Painted with Turmeric'? A: This book is available in hardcover format, providing durability and a quality reading experience.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: 'Mountains Painted with Turmeric' contains a total of 152 pages.
- Q: When was 'Mountains Painted with Turmeric' published? A: 'Mountains Painted with Turmeric' was published on December 7, 2007.
- Q: Is 'Mountains Painted with Turmeric' suitable for all ages? A: While 'Mountains Painted with Turmeric' is a literary work that can be appreciated by various age groups, its themes may be more suitable for mature readers due to depictions of social issues and hardship.
- Q: What makes this book significant in Nepali literature? A: 'Mountains Painted with Turmeric' is significant for its authentic representation of Nepali culture and the struggles of the common people, resonating deeply with readers and contributing to the literary landscape of Nepal.
- Q: Is the book a translation or originally written in English? A: 'Mountains Painted with Turmeric' is carefully translated from the original Nepali text, allowing English-speaking readers to access its important themes and narrative.
- Q: What kind of narrative style does the author use? A: Lil Bahadur Chettri employs a haunting prose style that vividly depicts the emotions and struggles of his characters, making the narrative both engaging and thought-provoking.
- Q: Can you tell me about the protagonist, Dhané? A: Dhané is a peasant farmer and the protagonist of the story. His character embodies the struggles of rural life, facing financial difficulties while trying to support his family and navigate the complexities of village society.