Kanyadaan
Vijay Dhondopant Tendulkar
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Kanyadaan
Published
1996
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Pages
70
ISBN-10
0195638646
Description
Vijay Tendulkar is one of India's foremost playwrights. His plays are performed in various languages, translated from their original Marathi. Kanyadaan is the first English translation of a major, award-winning Marathi play of the same name by Tendulkar. This play is a characteristic one by Tendulkar, charged with certain central social and moral questions that are deeply thought-provoking, and to which there are no easy answers. A young woman from a politically active family that regards itself as progressive has decided to marry a socially inferior, but talented man. Though the gulf between them is vast - she is an educated, affluent Brahmin and he is from a desperately poor, rural, low-caste background - her father encourages her in the belief that the marriage would set a progressive example. Is the decision the right one? Is communication possible between persons of different classes? Are caste and class still inextricable? Tendulkar explores the texture of modernity and social change in India through the forces this marriage unleashes. The tense, gripping play, charged with an undercurrent of violence, uncertainties and anger, concerns itself with questions that are crucial to all societies which have to grapple with change and with social barriers. This is the first English translation of this play, authorized by the playwright. It is essential reading for all interested in contemporary literature and theatre.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Kanyadaan?
This edition of Kanyadaan has approximately 70 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Kanyadaan?
For most readers, Kanyadaan typically takes between 1h 28m and 58m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 17,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 10m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 3 days • Estimated word count: 17,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Kanyadaan?
The estimated word count for Kanyadaan is approximately 17,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Kanyadaan?
Kanyadaan was written by Vijay Dhondopant Tendulkar.
When was Kanyadaan published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1996. The original work may have been published on a different date.