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Gaban

AUTHOR Premchand; Premchand, Munshi
PUBLISHER Fingerprint! Publishing (04/01/2019)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)

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Set in pre-independence India, Gaban is one of Munshi Premchand's most powerful social novels, exploring the themes of greed, pride, love, and redemption. The story follows Ramanath, a young man who, in an effort to impress his wife and maintain a facade of wealth, commits fraud--only to face the crumbling consequences of his choices. As his moral conflict deepens, Gaban presents a poignant portrait of human weakness and the quest for inner transformation. With its nuanced characters and timeless message, this novel remains a cornerstone of Hindi literature and a compelling read for lovers of realist fiction.


A gripping tale of pride, downfall, and moral reckoning.


  • Explore the societal pressures and moral dilemmas of colonial-era India.
  • Delve into the psychology of guilt, deception, and redemption through Premchand's masterful storytelling.
  • Witness a powerful critique of materialism and the fear of social judgment.
  • Written by Munshi Premchand, the father of modern Hindi fiction and a pioneer of Indian realism.
  • A timeless classic that continues to resonate in today's world of image-conscious living.


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ISBN-13: 9789389053043
ISBN-10: 9389053048
Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language: Hindi
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Page Count: 320
Carton Quantity: 32
Product Dimensions: 4.96 x 0.87 x 7.72 inches
Weight: 0.57 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Price on Product
Country of Origin: US
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BISAC Categories
Fiction | Classics
Fiction | Literary
Fiction | Family Life - General
Dewey Decimal: FIC
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Set in pre-independence India, Gaban is one of Munshi Premchand's most powerful social novels, exploring the themes of greed, pride, love, and redemption. The story follows Ramanath, a young man who, in an effort to impress his wife and maintain a facade of wealth, commits fraud--only to face the crumbling consequences of his choices. As his moral conflict deepens, Gaban presents a poignant portrait of human weakness and the quest for inner transformation. With its nuanced characters and timeless message, this novel remains a cornerstone of Hindi literature and a compelling read for lovers of realist fiction.


A gripping tale of pride, downfall, and moral reckoning.


  • Explore the societal pressures and moral dilemmas of colonial-era India.
  • Delve into the psychology of guilt, deception, and redemption through Premchand's masterful storytelling.
  • Witness a powerful critique of materialism and the fear of social judgment.
  • Written by Munshi Premchand, the father of modern Hindi fiction and a pioneer of Indian realism.
  • A timeless classic that continues to resonate in today's world of image-conscious living.


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