The novel Saanthiyilekke portrays the poignant relationship between a daughter and her father told from a unique perspective. This story is written as a tribute by the author to her father. The differences between a nuclear family and a joint family have been explained in detail in this book. The young girl is very fond of her dad. He is a teacher, a poet, an orator and a social reformer who rarely has the time to pamper his daughter due to his busy schedule. She has a strong line of thought and distinct opinions but is unable to express them for the sake of herself and her siblings. She finds it difficult to understand social norms and is forced to compromise on her dreams and desires. One of the earliest examples of empowerment, she comes out in flying colours, establishing her name as a singer and a writer. The story is set in a typical Kerala village and reflects its distinctive values and virtues.
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Karimpuzha Radha
Karimpuzha Radha was born into a family with a very rich legacy in music and literature. Apart from her talents, she has profound perspectives on various subjects like Indian culture, value systems, spirituality, atheism, etc. She tries to look at the qualities and inner beauty of every individual. She shares some of her views through the central character of this story, Nandini, who represents every woman of the medieval period who had to sacrifice their talents for their family. The writer hails from an aristocratic Brahmin family and is influenced by the cultural and social life of that period. Her writings reflect the worth of a human life and the spiritual content in every individual.
