The Revolt of The Ears (Kathugal)
Book Details:
- Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
- Language: English
- Pages: 184
- Cover: Paperback
- Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 14 cm (8.50 x 5.50 inch)
- Weight: 250 gm
- Edition: 2008
- ISBN: 9798126025823
About the Book:
Kathugal, the last of M.V. Venkatram’s writings, is a deeply introspective and ambitious novel that explores the eternal struggle between the forces of good and evil within the human mind. The story follows Mahalingam, an intellectual with refined sensibilities, as he battles mysterious evil forces that take the form of persistent sounds and voices heard within his ears. The novel details Mahalingam's desperate efforts to overcome this torment with the guidance of spiritual masters, seeking solace in his faith.
His journey is marked by intense inner turmoil, but in the end, it is his unwavering devotion to Lord Murugan that saves him from descending into madness. The novel portrays an eternal spiritual conflict—the battle between tamasic evil and sattvic good—echoing the timeless struggle of humankind since the fall from Eden.
Although the novel is rooted in personal struggles and experiences, it speaks to universal themes of faith, inner strength, and spiritual redemption.
About the Author:
M.V. Venkatram (1900–1981) was one of the prominent Manikkodi writers of 1930s Tamil Nadu. His novel Kathugal is considered one of his finest works, blending spiritual themes with a deep exploration of human consciousness. Venkatram’s writing often delves into the complexities of the human mind and the spiritual battles individuals face.
K.G. Seshadri, a versatile scholar and prolific writer, has contributed greatly to the translation of this work into English. With over 25 published works, including translations of Tamil literature and Mahakavi Bharati, he is a highly respected educator and writer. Seshadri has received several awards, including the State Award for the Best Professor of English in Tamil Nadu in 1982.
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Book Details:
- Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
- Language: English
- Pages: 184
- Cover: Paperback
- Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 14 cm (8.50 x 5.50 inch)
- Weight: 250 gm
- Edition: 2008
- ISBN: 9798126025823
About the Book:
Kathugal, the last of M.V. Venkatram’s writings, is a deeply introspective and ambitious novel that explores the eternal struggle between the forces of good and evil within the human mind. The story follows Mahalingam, an intellectual with refined sensibilities, as he battles mysterious evil forces that take the form of persistent sounds and voices heard within his ears. The novel details Mahalingam's desperate efforts to overcome this torment with the guidance of spiritual masters, seeking solace in his faith.
His journey is marked by intense inner turmoil, but in the end, it is his unwavering devotion to Lord Murugan that saves him from descending into madness. The novel portrays an eternal spiritual conflict—the battle between tamasic evil and sattvic good—echoing the timeless struggle of humankind since the fall from Eden.
Although the novel is rooted in personal struggles and experiences, it speaks to universal themes of faith, inner strength, and spiritual redemption.
About the Author:
M.V. Venkatram (1900–1981) was one of the prominent Manikkodi writers of 1930s Tamil Nadu. His novel Kathugal is considered one of his finest works, blending spiritual themes with a deep exploration of human consciousness. Venkatram’s writing often delves into the complexities of the human mind and the spiritual battles individuals face.
K.G. Seshadri, a versatile scholar and prolific writer, has contributed greatly to the translation of this work into English. With over 25 published works, including translations of Tamil literature and Mahakavi Bharati, he is a highly respected educator and writer. Seshadri has received several awards, including the State Award for the Best Professor of English in Tamil Nadu in 1982.
