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Rag Darbari Hindi Paperback Classic Political Satire Novel by Shrilal Shukla Indian Literature Social Realism Fiction Book Edition

Rag Darbari Hindi Paperback Classic Political Satire Novel by Shrilal Shukla Indian Literature Social Realism Fiction Book Edition

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Rashmi Nair
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10/04/26

Rag Darbari is quite an interesting read! Enjoyed the satire and the glimpses into Indian politics. The writing style is engaging, and it feels relatable in many ways. Kabhi kabhi, the pacing slows down a bit, but overall, it's a solid book. Not too heavy, perfect for casual reading at home or during commutes. Worth picking up if you like real-life stories with a twist!

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Priya Iyer
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09/04/26

Just finished reading Rag Darbari and it was a fun ride! The writing is sharp and funny, really captures the political scene in India. Quality of the book is pretty good, though the print size could've been a bit larger for my eyes. But for the price, it's a great addition to my collection. Perfect for anyone who enjoys some satire and social commentary.

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Rohit Verma
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06/04/26

Just finished reading Rag Darbari and accha laga yaar! The satire hits close to home, and Shrilal Shukla's writing is so relatable. Build quality of the book is good, pages are nice. Thoda slow-paced hai sometimes, but overall it's an engaging read. Perfect for anyone who likes political stories and social issues. For this price, kaafi achha hai.

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Kunal Mehta
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03/04/26

Just finished reading "Rag Darbari" and I really enjoyed it. The way Shrilal Shukla mixes satire with real-life politics is so relatable, especially in Indian context. The stories feel real, like the characters are from around here. Only thing, sometimes the language can feel a bit heavy for casual readers. But for anyone interested in Indian society and humor, this is a good pick!

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Aarti Millan
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30/03/26

Accha kiya ki maine "Rag Darbari" padh liya! Shrilal Shukla ki writing bahut real lagti hai, politics ka humor bhi zabardast hai. Story kaafi engaging hai, ghar par family ke saath padhne mein maza aaya. Lekin thoda slow pace laga kabhi-kabhi. Still, for a classic, price bilkul theek hai. If you enjoy satire and Indian culture, yeh aapko zaroor pasand aayega!

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Pooja Patel
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20/03/26

Just finished "Rag Darbari" and it was really engaging. Shrilal Shukla's observations about Indian politics are spot on and quite funny. The book feels sturdy and easy to hold, but sometimes the language can get a bit heavy at places, making it hard to follow. Overall, it's a good read for anyone interested in social issues in India.

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Vikas Choudhary
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09/03/26

Just finished "Rag Darbari" and it's really a thought-provoking read. The humor is sharp and really captures the political scene in India. The storytelling is engaging, though sometimes it feels a bit slow in the middle. But overall, it's definitely worth the time, especially if you're into social realism. My family enjoyed the discussions it sparked! Price seems fine for this classic.

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Akash Malhotra
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06/03/26

Just finished reading "Rag Darbari" and it was a real eye-opener. The storytelling is engaging and accha fun to read about our political system in such a satirical way. The language is easy to follow too. Only thing, sometimes it felt a bit lengthy in certain parts. But for the price, it's totally worth it, especially if you're into social issues. Best for those who enjoy classics or political commentary.

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Kavita Deshpande
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04/03/26

ராக் தர்பாரி புத்தகம் வாங்கி படிச்சேன், ஒன்னு சொல்லனும், இது தான் தெரிஞ்சிருப்பான பல அரசியல் சாட்டை! கதையோட சில ரீல்ஸ் ஜோடியே, கொஞ்சம் சீக்கிரமா முடிகுது போல இருக்கு. ஆனா சந்தைக்கு ஒக்டரி கேட்டு வாங்கினேன், நல்ல மதிப்பில் வந்து பாத்தேன்.

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Nitin Deshmukh
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28/02/26

Just finished reading Rag Darbari, and honestly, it's quite a hilarious take on our politics. Shukla's writing really connects with the everyday Indian mindset. The characters are relatable, and it makes you think about society. Thoda slow in some parts, but overall, it's entertaining. Perfect for anyone who enjoys a good satirical read at home or during travel. Price bhi kaafi theek hai.