R.K. Narayan (Oct 10, 1906 – May 13, 2001) shortened form of Rasipuram Krishnaswami Ayyar Narayanaswami, was India’s greatest English language novelist, known for his novels based in the fictional town of Malgudi.
R.K. Narayan began his writing career with ‘Swami and friends’ in 1935. Most of his work including ‘Swami and friends’ is set in the fictional town of Malgudi which captures everything Indian while having a unique identity of its own. R. K – Narayan’s writing style was marked by simplicity and subtle humour. He told stories of ordinary people trying to live their simple lives in a changing world.
Mr. Narayan won numerous awards and honours for his work. He won the national prize of Sahitya Akademi, the Indian library academy, for “The Guide” in 1960. He was honoured with Padma Bhushan, a coveted. Indian award. R.K JsIarayan passed away on May 13, 2001. Malgudi lives on and so does his writing.
