The Guide -by RK Narayan
THE GUIDE BY R.K NARAYAN SHORT SUMMARY: INTRODUCTION: The Guide is1958, novel written in English by the legendary RK Narayan and brought him the the sahitya academy award in 1960, adapted into a movie as well as in 1965. The Guide has been one of the the all-time favourite of Narayan fans. Raju’s Life Story: The novel focusses on the life and growth of Raju. Born in Malgudi, Raju was the son of a sweet-shop owner. Raju learns how to run his father’s shop and continues their family business after his father passes away. Raju is a very adaptable person and becomes whatever people and life want him to become. With little to no professional training, but owing to his knowledge of local landmarks and buildings, he soon becomes a tour guide at the railway station in Malgudi. Raju’s pleasing personality and his interpersonal skills allow him to win the trust and admiration of those who meet him at the station, hence earning the nickname “Railway Raju’’ Obsession for Rosie: Te...