In a writing career spanning seven decades, R.K.Narayan enthralled and entertained generations of readers with his timeless characters, rooted in everyday life, and a writing style characterized by simplicity and gentle humour. Set in Malgudi, a fictional town that has become part of modern Indian folklore, his stories reveal the essence of India and of human experience.

This collection includes some of R.K.Narayan's best Malgudi stories.