Poonachi is the celebrated, best-selling novel that introduced Perumal Murugan to an entirely new readership both in India and across the world. Through the seemingly simple tale of a day-old orphan goat gifted to an elderly couple, the novel unfolds into a profound meditation on survival, vulnerability, desire, and the instinctual drive that connects all living beings. As Poonachi grows—from forest to village, from dependence to motherhood—her journey reflects the fears, hopes, and hierarchies that shape our own lives. Murugan’s masterful storytelling offers a moving tribute to the animal world, an exploration of the female condition, and a sharp commentary on society, power, and the pressures faced by those who resist conformity. This unforgettable tale of a goat who survives against all odds is as political as it is tender, as universal as it is specific.
Publisher: Context (1 November 2022); Westland Books A Division of Nasadiya Technologies Pvt Ltd
Language: English
Format: Paperback, 184 pages
ISBN-10: 939507325X | ISBN-13: 978-9395073257
Reading Age: 15 years and up
Item Weight: 210 g
Dimensions: 21.5 × 14 × 1.6 cm
Country of Origin: India
Net Quantity: 1 Count
Importer: Westland Books A Division of Nasadiya Technologies Pvt Ltd, Chennai – 600095
Packer: Westland Books A Division of Nasadiya Technologies Pvt Ltd, Chennai – 600095
Generic Name: Book
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