Tuesday, 6 February 2024

The Curd Seller – Short story by - Masti Venkatesha Iyengar

 

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The Curd Seller – Short story by - Masti Venkatesha Iyengar

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            “The Curd Seller” is a short story written by Masti Venkatesha Iyengar, often referred to as "Masti." Iyengar was a prominent Indian writer in Kannada literature. His short explore various themes and aspects of human life.

            "The Curd Seller" ("Mosaru") is one of Masti Venkatesha Iyengar's well-known short stories. It tells the tale of a humble curd seller named Venkatasubbayya, who lives in a village. Venkatasubbayya is a man of honesty and integrity. He is known for his simple and hardworking nature.

One day, while he is selling curd in the village, he meets a customer who is short of money. Venkatasubbayya gives curd to him on credit, trusting that the customer will repay him later. However, the customer never returns to settle his debt. Despite facing this bad experience, Venkatasubbayya continues to maintain his trust in people. He carries on with his life, selling curd and interacting with his customers with the same warmth and kindness.

The story beautifully portrays Venkatasubbayya's unwavering faith in humanity, even in the face of betrayal. It highlights the virtues of honesty, generosity, and resilience, emphasizing the importance of maintaining one's integrity despite the challenges of life.

"The Curd Seller" is a touching narrative which portrays human goodness and the power of trust and forgiveness in relationships. Through Venkatasubbayya's character, Masti Venkatesha Iyengar delivers a timeless message about the value of compassion and integrity in our lives.

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NOOJILLA SRINIVAS

Lecturer in English

Govt. College (Autonomous), Rajahmundry

Ph: 7981862200

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