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Oza, Mafat2024
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Jatar by Dr. Mafat Oza is a unique rural folk novel that captures the essence of tradition and belief through a vivid, night-long narrative. Set in a small village, it follows Gogo Ozo and his family - son Bachu Bhai and daughter-in-law Revathi - who hold a 'jatar' ritual to cure a terminal illness believed to be caused by 'Kank Melun.' The story unfolds through conversations, beliefs, and rituals, capturing the atmosphere of rural life and the depth of its characters' emotions. With its rich, idiosyncratic language and deeply-rooted cultural setting, Jatar is a remarkable exploration of folk traditions and the human spirit - a significant milestone in rural fiction.
Main title:
Jatar / Mafat Oza.
Author:
Oza, Mafat, author
Imprint:
Ahmedabad : Adarsh Prakashan, 2024.
Collation:
136 pages ; 22 cm
Notes:
Fiction.In Gujarati.
Audience:
Adult.
ISBN:
9788119560141
Dewey class:
GUJ OZA
Language:
Gujarati
BRN:
9057145