Literary Travel: 10 Books That Will Change Your Perspective

Books are a storehouse of knowledge. Engaging in a web of stories, they show us new worlds, teach us to think from different perspectives and help us understand things around us. If you are ready to get lost in the world of books, here are ten books that can change your perspective by reading.

Nirmala: Nirmala's story from the pen of Premchand tells the evils of dowry system in Indian society. It is a story that wakes up and makes us think about the inconsistencies in society.

Mahadevi Varma's Yama: The work 'Yama' of the well-known poetess of Hindi Mahadevi Verma boasts deep emotions in prose form. Written poetically on subjects like nature and death, this work gives the reader a chance to connect with his inner mind.

Madhushala of Harivansh Rai Bachchan: Madhushala is a love story composed by the great poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan of Hindi. It perfectly captures the depths and power of love.

Shekhar of Agneya: A Biography: Shekhar: In a biography the famous poet Agnayya shares his childhood and youth experiences with the readers. This autobiography helps us understand the social and political environment of that period.

History of Rahul Sankrityayan's Madhya Pradesh: If you are interested in history and archaeology, then Rahul Sankrityayan's History of Madhya Pradesh can prove to be a great book for you. This book gives detailed information about the rich history and culture of Madhya Pradesh.

Ashok Jaiswal's Shroud: If you like crime and mystery, then you must read Ashok Jaiswal's novel Shroud. The novel tells the story of a lawyer who tries to solve an intriguing murder case.

Arundhati Roy's The God of Small Things: Arundhati Roy's The God of Small Things written in English has also been translated into Hindi. The story revolves around the lives of two sisters and their love affair in the backdrop of Kerala.

R.K. Narayan's Malgudi Days: R.K. Narayan Narayan's collection of stories Malgudi Days takes us to Malgudi, a fictional town. The interesting stories and the people living there will make you feel lost in your own world.

Maitreyi Pushpa's Kali River: The novel Kali River by Maitreyi Pushpa is written keeping the women's discourse at the center. This story explains the position of women in traditional society and its challenges.

The Story of Astronomy: To Unravel the Universe and its Mysteries Astronomy written by Khagol Bhaskar