R.K. Narayan
10 October 1906 – 13 May 2001
R.K. Narayan was an Indian writer known for his novels and stories set in the fictional South Indian town of Malgudi. His works, written in English, include Swami and Friends, The Guide, and Malgudi Days. He is considered one of the leading figures of early Indian literature in English.
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Life events
Rasipuram Krishnaswami Iyer Narayanaswami was born in Madras (now Chennai).
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe married Rajam, whose early death deeply affected his life and writing.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHis debut novel introduced the fictional town of Malgudi, aided by Graham Greene.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHis celebrated collection of short stories set in Malgudi appeared.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgThis semi-autobiographical novel reflected his grief after his wife's death.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHis best-known novel won the Sahitya Akademi Award and was later adapted into a film.
Source: en.wikipedia.orgHe was nominated to the upper house of the Indian Parliament.
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