Gouhar

This book is an honest attempt to portray a world from which society deliberately keeps its distance—a world of women whose very existence is ignored, rejected and despised by society. It brings to light the lives of these real women, their dreams, aspirations and hopes.

Most of the stories in this book revolve around pain, exploitation and suffering. Reading them can be deeply heart-wrenching. They leave the reader emotionally shaken, bring tears to the eyes and evoke a sense of helplessness. Yet, amidst all this despair, some stories offer a glimpse of positive light. They kindle a tiny lamp in the darkness of hopelessness.

Gouhar means pearl. The women and people portrayed in this book are like pearls too—each possessing an inner radiance of their own, born in the lap of nature and carrying within themselves a distinctive glow.

This book is a sincere endeavour to bring that radiance to you.