00810nam a2200121Ia 4500008004100000020001800041082001100059100001600070245001400086260008900100300001100189500048800200250519s9999    xx            000 0 und d  a9788185986074  a823NAR  aR.K Narayan 4aThe Guide  a"38, Thanikachalam Road, T Nagar madras- 600017"bManipal Technologies Limitedc1958  a256 p.  A"philosophical novel that explores themes of identity, spirituality, and the complexities of human nature. It follows the transformation of Raju, a charismatic but morally ambiguous tour guide, into a revered spiritual leader. The novel delves into the nature of faith, the power of suggestion, and the blurred lines between reality and illusion.it's a coming-of-age story set against the backdrop of Indian society, where a flawed individual undergoes a profound spiritual journey."