Godan by Munshi Premchand (preloved)

Godan by Munshi Premchand is a landmark Hindi novel that portrays the harsh realities of rural life in colonial India. It tells the story of Hori, a poor farmer who struggles to provide for his family and dreams of owning a cow, a symbol of prosperity and dignity. The novel explores themes of poverty, exploitation, social injustice, and the caste system, offering a poignant critique of the socio-economic conditions of the time.

Through its vivid portrayal of Hori’s hardships and the suffering of the working class, Godan captures the complexities of rural Indian society. It is considered one of Premchand’s finest works, known for its deep humanism and social realism.