Samskara
U. R. Anantha Murthy
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at 250 WPM2h 33m
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Samskara
Published
1976
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Pages
153
Description
Made into a powerful, award-winning film in 1970, this important Kannada novel of the sixties has received widespread acclaim from both critics and general readers since its first publication in 1965. As a religious novel about a decaying brahmin colony in the south Indian village of Karnataka, "Samskara" serves as an allegory rich in realistic detail, a contemporary reworking of ancient Hindu themes and myths, and a serious, poetic study of a religious man living in a community of priests gone to seed. A death, which stands as the central event in the plot, brings in its wake a plague, many more deaths, live questions with only dead answers, moral chaos, and the rebirth of one man. The volume provides a useful glossary of Hindu myths, customs, Indian names, flora, and other terms. Notes and an afterword enhance the self-contained, faithful, and yet readable translation
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Samskara?
This edition of Samskara has approximately 153 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 Samskara?
For most readers, Samskara typically takes between 3h 11m and 2h 8m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 38,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 33m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 38,250 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 Samskara?
The estimated word count for Samskara is approximately 38,250 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 Samskara?
Samskara was written by U. R. Anantha Murthy.
When was Samskara published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1976. The original work may have been published on a different date.