Very Best Of R. K. Narayan Timeless Malgudi

Over a career spanning seven decades, R.K. Narayan, one of India’s most influential writers, brought to life the fictional town of Malgudi and its unforgettable inhabitants, from Swami and his friends to the Talkative Man, Raju the guide, and Sampath the printer. Timeless Malgudi gathers a selection of Narayan’s most enduring fiction and nonfiction, including The Guide, which wittily explores how a man becomes a godman; the humorous story “A Horse and Two Goats,” highlighting a cross-cultural misunderstanding; and excerpts from his autobiography My Days, offering a poignant glimpse into his childhood. The volume also features the sharply written “Misguided Guide,” chronicling the making of the film adaptation of The Guide, excerpts from his travelogue My Dateless Diary, and a retelling of the Tamil epic Silappadikaram. Designed for both long-time admirers and new readers, Timeless Malgudi celebrates Narayan’s genius and the timeless charm of Malgudi itself.