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'Loo' is a Nepali novel by Nayan Raj Pandey. It was published in 2012 by Sangri~La Publication. It is the fifth novel of the writer. The book was critically acclaimed and is huge bestseller in Nepali market.

The book is set in a village near Indo-Nepalese border in western Nepal. The book includes the writer's own experience growing up in Nepalgunj. According to writer, the main character Elaiya is a combination of people, he knew growing up. The book was reprinted by FinePrint Publication in 2015.

Synopsis



The book is set in a fictional village called 'Pattharpuruwa' in Banke district of Nepal near the Indian border. The book shows the strange and everyday events of the village. Since, the village is located near Indian border, far from the capital city, the village is neglected by the central Nepalese government and troubled by the 'Sashastra Seema Bal', the Indian border guarding force. The village is shown being continuously being encroached by the Indian side.

Character



* 'Elaiya', the main protagonist

* Elaiya's father

* Elaiya's mother

* Elaiya's step mother

* 'Tutte Pandit', a priest

* 'Radiolal', a friend of Elaiya

* 'Bajrangi', a friend of Elaiya

* 'Karim'

* 'Maheshar Kaka'

* 'Chameli', Radiolal's wife

* 'Nushrat', Elaiya's love interest

* 'Munni'

Themes and translation



The major theme of this book is social realism. The book shows the socio-economic conditions of people in 'Madesh' region of Nepal. The book shows how the people living in the region are neglected by Nepalese government. The book also highlights the trouble caused by the Indian side. The English translation of the book is to be released soon.

Adaptations



The book was adapted into a play by Sarita Shah in 2017. The play was presented by Tandav theatre and was staged in Mandala theatre.

See also



* 'Sallipir'

* 'Ulaar'

* 'Karnali Blues'

* 'Seto Dharati'

References




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