Few authors have the coruage to address the reality as it is in their works. This actually is the true purpose of literature but following it requires courage and bravery. Smita Pal in her "26 Words" does this. Her 26 words are actually 26 stories but these 26 stories show an insightful author who observes the society silently and writes all the problems she has witnessed and wants to bring the problems of the society infront of the readers to make them aware. Her short stories are short but the issues she covers are very serious and thought-provoking.
Her art as a writer is at its horizon as she writes not only from the perspective of a woman but also men. This trait can not be overlooked. She writes not just about social problems but also the psychological aspects of people. This gives depth to her characters and they appear to be people speaking up for themselves. Therefore the book becomes an important read who want to understand the different sides of the society. For the grown up group of people, there may be stories relatable for them. These are stories of common people who anyone can meet in the street. However, younger people may not find the book much appealing due to its exploration of darker aspects of life.
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