{"product_id":"stories-old-and-new-paperback-1","title":"Stories Old and New - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAnanta Narayan Nanda\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStories Old and New\u003c\/b\u003e is a carefully curated collection of 15 short stories that highlight the author's creative journey spanning the last four decades. This anthology offers a diverse range of narratives, each crafted with keen observation and deep insight into human nature, relationships, and society.\u003cbr\u003eWhat makes this collection unique is its linguistic diversity-some stories were originally written in Odia and Hindi and later translated into English by the author, while others were penned directly in English. This blend of languages not only showcases the author's literary versatility but also reflects the varied cultural and emotional landscapes that have influenced his storytelling over the years.\u003cbr\u003eEach story in the collection offers a distinct theme and flavour. \u003ci\u003eOne for the Road\u003c\/i\u003e portrays an ironic encounter between the author and an ungrateful co-passenger harassed by hawkers. In \u003ci\u003eWaiting for Vishnu\u003c\/i\u003e, an old school rivalry resurfaces, revealing the enduring nature of jealousy. \u003ci\u003eGanga, a Quiet Reverie, \u003c\/i\u003e evokes the wistfulness of first love, lingering in memory long after time has moved on.\u003cbr\u003eHumour also finds a strong presence in the collection. \u003ci\u003eThe Godsend\u003c\/i\u003e narrates a comical episode where an act of kindness is met with indifference, while \u003ci\u003eThe Bovine Justice\u003c\/i\u003e presents a clever battle of wits between a milkman and his persistent customer. \u003ci\u003eA Hungry Afternoon\u003c\/i\u003e humorously depicts the tussle between an adult and a child over a plate of snacks, while \u003ci\u003eA White Lie\u003c\/i\u003e captures the playful absurdity of a fabricated afternoon gossip session.\u003cbr\u003eOther stories delve into deeper social and personal struggles. \u003ci\u003eThe Nest\u003c\/i\u003e follows a government servant's unending quest for stable housing for his large family amidst frequent job transfers. \u003ci\u003eWill-o'-the-Wisp\u003c\/i\u003e paints a stark picture of poverty in the seventies and eighties, bringing forth the hardships of that era. \u003ci\u003eKamini Bai Returns\u003c\/i\u003e, a detective story, unravels a tale of deception and divine justice, while \u003ci\u003eGod of Lost Letters\u003c\/i\u003e offers a humorous yet insightful resolution to a peculiar postal dilemma.\u003cbr\u003eThrough these varied narratives, \u003cb\u003eStories Old and New\u003c\/b\u003e not only captures the evolution of the author's storytelling but also presents a window into the changing times and emotions that shape our lives. This collection is an engaging read for anyone who appreciates stories that blend nostalgia, humour, human complexity, and social insight into a compelling literary experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 154\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.36 x 9 x 6 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 11, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53152391594291,"sku":"9798310434417","price":19.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0300\/5595\/6612\/files\/7CT9inch9J9798310434417.webp?v=1773989716","url":"https:\/\/www.vysn.com\/en-ca\/products\/stories-old-and-new-paperback-1","provider":"VYSN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}