My Days R K Narayan. (My Days) by R. K Narayan in Paperback

Narayan's birth on October 10, 1906 in Madras is commemorated in this publication, a collector's edition marking the Birth Centenary of the author. Notable features include a rare photograph of Narayan and brilliant sketches by his brother R K Laxman, the famous cartoonist. In "My Days", he speaks of his life in a simple and lucid style, divided into three sections - from his lonely childhood in his grandmother's house with a monkey, peacock, and parrot as companions, to his literary journey and evolution as a fine writer. The obstacles he faced as a young writer, his friendships with Graham Greene, and the loss of his wife are also detailed. In the last few chapters, Narayan shares his overcoming of writer's block and his experiences during his visit to the U.S.A. at the invitation of the Rockefeller Foundation, which led to the writing of "The Guide". Through this edition, readers gain insight into the life and