{"product_id":"born-of-the-soil","title":"Born of the Soil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kalindi Charan Panigrahi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Niyogi Books\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 136\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15-11-2016\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9789385285585\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguages:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.7 x 5.7 x 0.6 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMatira Manisha\u003c\/em\u003e (translated as \u003cem\u003eThe Man of the Soil\u003c\/em\u003e) is a compelling and poignant tale that explores the life of a rural Odia peasant family. The novel’s simplicity and authenticity are what make it an extraordinary piece of literature. It depicts the struggles, joys, and sorrows of an Odia family whose bond with the soil defines their very existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story centers on Baraju Padhan, who, after the death of his father Shaama Padhan, becomes the head of the family. Baraju inherits not only his father’s land but also his deep humanism and commitment to the ideals of joint family living. However, his younger brother Chhakadi, influenced by his wife Netramani, harbors a desire to break the family apart. This familial conflict is the heart of the novel, as it delves into the broader themes of human values, tradition, and the complexities of relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet in rural Odisha, \u003cem\u003eMatira Manisha\u003c\/em\u003e stands out for its raw and realistic portrayal of village life. The author’s use of language is striking, capturing the true idioms of the people and their daily struggles. The novel also explores the culture of Odisha with deep empathy and authenticity. Its impact is such that it remains cherished by the people of Odisha and has even been adapted into a celebrated Odia film directed by Mrinal Sen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its timeless themes of familial duty, love, and conflict, \u003cem\u003eMatira Manisha\u003c\/em\u003e is not just a story of rural Odisha but a universal tale of human emotions that resonates across cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niyogi Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49976581718320,"sku":"Niyogi_9789385285585","price":298.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/niyogi-books-book-default-title-born-of-the-soil-41367255580976.jpg?v=1775965767","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/born-of-the-soil","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}