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The Gift of a Cow: a Translation of the Hindi Novel, Godaan
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Bloomington & London: Indiana University Press, 1972
(1972)
ISBN 10: 0253201365
ISBN 13: 9780253201362
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Book Description Condition: Good. Good condition. (India, Peasants, Fiction ) A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. Seller Inventory # N10B-03511
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The Gift of a Cow; A Translation of the Hindi Novel, 'Godaan'
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Bloomington & London: Indiana University Press, 1972, Bloomington & London
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ISBN 10: 0253201365
ISBN 13: 9780253201362
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Book Description Paper Cover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Second Printing , (c) 1968. Paper Cover. Very Good/No Jacket. Second Printing , (c) 1968. Paperback. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 442 pages; translated by Gordon C. Roadarmel; from the rear cover: "Premchand is the most famous name in modern Hindi fiction, and 'Godaan' is Premchand's most celebrated novel. Economic and social conflict in a North Indian village are graphically portrayed in the story of Hori, a typical Indian farmer, and his family's struggle for survival and self-respect. Grinding poverty is the Indian farmer's greatest enemy, and Hori fights it to the bitter end of his life. As does every Hindu, Hori cherishes the desire to make theg gift of a cow to a Brahman at the time of his death, for it is common belief that this gift enables him to enter heaven.". Seller Inventory # 001982
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