Atha katha Bajrang bali

Awadhesh Preet is one of the celebrated storytellers of the eighties, whose stories have been wholeheartedly praised by both leading critics and discerning readers. He grapples with the pressing issues of his time and society, discerning the nuances within them, and leads readers to truths that often remain unseen. Awadhesh Preets numerous stories, such as Nrishansh, Alimanzil, Babuji Ki Chhatri, Taalim, Teesri Aurat, Humzameen, and Ek Chaabi Paar Chand Ke, have captivated the attention of the discerning reader due to their narrative diversity, narrative language, and artistic experimentation. Through his stories, Awadhesh Preet does not hesitate to delve into sensitive areas where the risks of breaking stereotypes loom large. The stories in this collection by Awadhesh Preet have been widely acclaimed for their frankness and uniqueness. Revealing their narrative purpose through their flowing language, engaging storytelling, and the use of reality, experience, and fantasy, these stories are narratives of human irony, societal sensitivity, the transformation of communalism, and the complexities of politics. Its no surprise that after reading the story Kajri from this collection, senior critic Vishwanath Tripathi, in his personal response, said, This is a wonderful story in the style of Premchand. Awadhesh Preets stories are as readable as they are visually appealing. This is why many of his stories have been staged by numerous theatre organizations across the country. The magic that Awadhesh Preet creates in his stories, combined with his readability and visuality, distinguishes him among contemporary writers. In fact, the stories in this collection are not stories of magical reality, but stories of the magical power inherent in reality.