Sudha Murty - Free Library Land Online

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Did you know that the Trinity often turned to goddesses to defeat the asuras?
Did you know that the first clone in the world was created by a woman?
The women in Indian mythology might be fewer in number, but their stories of strength and mystery in the pages of ancient texts and epics are many. They slayed demons and protected their devotees fiercely. From Parvati to Ashokasundari and from Bhamati to Mandodari, this collection features enchanting and fearless women who frequently led wars on behalf of the gods, were the backbone of their families and makers of their own destinies.
India's much-loved and bestselling author Sudha Murty takes you on an empowering journey through the yarns forgotten in time-abounding with remarkable women who will remind you of the strong female influences in your life.]]> Fri, 13 Dec 2019 12:16:07 +0200 Grandparents' Bag of Stories https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/572445-grandparents_bag_of_stories.html https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/572445-grandparents_bag_of_stories.html

It's 2020 and children are stuck indoors as the novel coronavirus finds its way into India. A nationwide lockdown is announced and amidst the growing crisis, Ajja and Ajji welcome their grandchildren and Kamlu Ajji into their house in Shiggaon.
From stitching masks, sharing household chores, preparing food for workers to losing themselves in timeless tales, the lockdown turns into a memorable time for the children as they enter the enchanting world of goddesses, kings, princesses, serpents, magical beanstalks, thieves, kingdoms and palaces, among others. The myriad stories told by their grandparents become the biggest source of joy, making the children compassionate, worldly-wise and more resilient than ever.
Following the trail of the best-selling Grandma's Bag of Stories, India's favourite author Sudha Murty brings to you this collection of immortal tales that she fondly created during the lockdown period for readers to seek comfort and find the magic in sharing and...]]> Wed, 01 Jan 2020 11:21:34 +0200 Dollar Bahu https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64695-dollar_bahu.html https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64695-dollar_bahu.html

]]> Wed, 31 Oct 2007 18:06:57 +0200 The Mother I Never Knew https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64689-the_mother_i_never_knew.html https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64689-the_mother_i_never_knew.html

What secrets lurk in a family's past—and how important are they in the here and now?Sudha Murty's new book comprises two novellas that explore two quests by two different men—both for mothers they never knew they had.Venkatesh, a bank manager, stumbles upon his lookalike one fine day. When he probes further, he discovers his father's hidden past, which includes an abandoned wife and child. Ventakesh is determined to make amends to his impoverished stepmother—but how can he repay his father's debt?Mukesh, a young man, is shocked to realize after his father's death that he was actually adopted. He sets out to find his biological mother, but the deeper he delves, the more confused he is about where his loyalties should lie: with the mother who gave birth to him, or with the mother who brought him up. The Mother I Never Knew is a poignant, dramatic book that reaches deep into the human heart to reveal what we really feel about those closest to us.]]> Fri, 31 Oct 2014 18:06:56 +0200 The Old Man and His God https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64692-the_old_man_and_his_god.html https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64692-the_old_man_and_his_god.html

As she goes about her work with the villagers, slum dwellers and the common men and women of India, Sudha Murty—writer, social worker and teacher—listens to them and records what they have to say. Their accounts of the struggles and hardships which they have at times overcome, and at other times been overwhelmed by, are put together in this book.There are stories about people's generosity—and selfishness—in times of natural disasters like the tsunami; women struggling to speak out in a world that refuses to listen to them; and tales of young professionals trying to find their feet as they climb up the corporate ladder.Told simply and directly from the heart, The Old Man and His God is a collection of snapshots of the varied facets of human nature and a mirror to the souls of the people of India.]]> Thu, 31 Oct 2013 18:06:56 +0200 The Upside-Down King https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64693-the_upside-down_king.html https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64693-the_upside-down_king.html

Did you know there was a time when bears spoke, the moon laughed and babies were found inside fish?Have you heard of the two-horned sage who had never seen a woman in his life?Did you know Ravana's half-brother was the god of wealth?Have you ever seen a man with a thousand arms? The tales in this collection surround the two most popular avatars of Lord Vishnu-Rama and Krishna-and their lineage. Countless stories about the two abound, yet most are simply disappearing from the hearts and minds of the present generation.Bestselling author Sudha Murty takes you on an arresting tour, all the while telling you of the days when demons and gods walked alongside humans, animals could talk and gods granted the most glorious boons to common people.]]> Wed, 31 Oct 2018 18:06:56 +0200 The Man from the Egg https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64686-the_man_from_the_egg.html https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64686-the_man_from_the_egg.html

Did you know that Brahma once had five faces? Why do snakes have a forked tongue? Do gods cheat? Why does Shiva sport a crescent moon on his head? The Trinity, consisting of Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu, is the omnipresent trio responsible for the survival of the human race and the world as we know it. They are popular deities of worship all over India, but what remain largely unknown are some of their extraordinary stories. Award-winning author Sudha Murty walks by your side, weaving enchanting tales of the three most powerful gods from the ancient world. Each story will take you back to a magical time when people could teleport, animals could fly and reincarnation was simply a fact of life.]]> Tue, 31 Oct 2017 18:06:55 +0200 Grandma's Bag of Stories https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64691-grandmas_bag_of_stories.html https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64691-grandmas_bag_of_stories.html

Who can resist a good story; especially when it's being told by Grandma? From her bag emerges tales of kings and cheats; monkeys and mice; bears and gods. Here comes the bear who ate some really bad dessert and got very angry; a lazy man who would not put out a fire till it reached his beard; a princess who got turned into an onion; a queen who discovered silk; and many more weird and wonderful people and animals.Grandma tells the stories over long summer days and nights; as seven children enjoy life in her little town. The stories entertain; educate and provide hours of enjoyment to them. So come; why don't you too join in the fun?]]> Sat, 31 Oct 2015 18:06:56 +0200 A Mother's Love https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64697-a_mothers_love.html https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64697-a_mothers_love.html

Extraordinary stories about ordinary people's livesOver the years, Sudha Murty has come across some fascinating people whose lives make for interesting stories and have astonishing lessons to reveal. Take Vishnu, who achieves every material success but never knows happiness; or Venkat, who talks so much that he has no time to listen. In other stories, a young girl goes on a train journey that changes her life forever; an impoverished village woman provides bathing water to hundreds of people in a drought-stricken area; a do-gooder ghost decides to teach a disconsolate young man Sanskrit; and in the title story, a woman in a flooded village in Odisha teaches the author a life lesson she will never forget. From the bestselling author of Wise and Otherwise and The Old Man and His God, this is another heart-warming collection of real-life stories that will delight readers of all ages.]]> Wed, 31 Oct 2012 18:06:57 +0200 Gently Falls the Bakula https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64696-gently_falls_the_bakula.html https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64696-gently_falls_the_bakula.html

What is more important: a successful career or a happy marriage?In the small town of Hubli, Shrikant discovers that he is attracted to his plain-looking but charming neighbour Shrimati, who always does better than him in the school exams. Shrimati too falls in love with the amiable and handsome Shrikant and the two get married. Shrikant joins an IT company and starts rapidly climbing the corporate ladder. He works relentlessly and reaches the pinnacle of his industry, while Shrimati abandons her academic aspirations and becomes his uncomplaining shasow, silently fulfilling her duties as a corporate leader's wife. But one day, while talking to an old professor, she starts examining what she has done with her life and realizes it is dismally empty...Gently Falls the Bakula is the story of a marriage that loses its way as ambition and self-interest take their toll. Written nearly three decades ago, Sudha Murty's first novel remains startlingly relevant in its scrutiny of modern...]]> Thu, 31 Oct 2013 18:06:57 +0200 How I Taught My Grandmother to Read and other Stories https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64694-how_i_taught_my_grandmother_to_read_and_other_stories.html https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64694-how_i_taught_my_grandmother_to_read_and_other_stories.html

How I Taught My Grandmother to Read and other Stories

These are just some of the questions you will find answered in this delightful collection of stories recounting real-life incidents from the life of Sudha Murty-teacher, social worker and bestselling writer. There is the engaging story about one of her students who frequently played truant from school. The account of how her mother's advice tosave money came in handy when she wanted to help her husband start a software company, and the heart-warming tale of the promise she made-and fulfilled to her grandfather, to ensure that her little village library would always be well supplied with books.Funny, spirited and inspiring, each of these stories teaches a valuable lesson about the importance of doing what you believe is right and having the courage to realize your dreams.]]> Sat, 31 Oct 2015 18:06:56 +0200 Here, There and Everywhere https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/344727-here_there_and_everywhere.html https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/344727-here_there_and_everywhere.html

Wearer of many hats-philanthropist, entrepreneur, computer scientist, engineer, teacher-Sudha Murty has above all always been a storyteller extraordinaire. Winner of the R.K. Narayan Award for Literature, the Padma Shri, the Attimabbe Award from the government of Karnataka for excellence in Kannada literature, and the Raymond Crossword Lifetime Achievement Award, her repertoire includes adult non-fiction, adult fiction, children's books, travelogues and technical books. Here, There and Everywhere is a celebration of her literary journey and is her 200th title across genres and languages. Bringing together her best-loved stories from various collections alongside some new ones and a thoughtful introduction, here is a book that is, in every sense, as multifaceted as its author.]]> Thu, 22 Nov 2018 20:59:37 +0200 House of Cards: A Novel https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64688-house_of_cards_a_novel.html https://children-s.library.land/sudha-murty/64688-house_of_cards_a_novel.html

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