Bibtya, Waghachya Mishya Aani Itar Goshti

Bibatya, Waghachya Misha Ani Itar Goshti is Jitendra Kuvar’s third collection of short stories. The stories offer a glimpse into rural life through the eyes of an adolescent boy. They shed light on animals and birds associated with village life, as well as certain beliefs and myths. The impact of these elements on a child’s mind, and the innocent responses they evoke, are beautifully portrayed in these stories.

The rural world is depicted through the perceptive understanding of an adolescent boy. Within this portrayal, one encounters moments of gentle humour, instances of unspoken fear, and expressions of a tender and deeply sensitive mind. These stories carry with them the spell of the past, deeply etched in the memory.

The stories capture dilemmas arising from seemingly small incidents, the efforts and mischief undertaken to resolve them, the unexpected turns that sometimes follow, and the responses of an adolescent mind to these experiences. In doing so, they open up a new world of storytelling for young readers.

The stories revolve around animals, birds, trees, and other elements of nature. Their underlying purpose is to encourage readers to look at nature with compassion and sensitivity.

These stories will also appeal to adult readers. Without their realizing it, the stories will transport them back to their own childhood. Some may remind them of incidents that once took place around them, allowing them to revisit those times and relive the joy and wonder associated with them.

This collection, therefore, has the potential to become a rich and rewarding reading experience for readers of all ages.

— Aba Mahajan