Godan by Munshi Premchand

​"The epic story of a farmer’s ultimate sacrifice."

​Hori Mahato, a poor but virtuous peasant, has one simple, lifelong dream: to own a cow. In his world, a cow is not just an animal; it is a symbol of religious merit, social prestige, and a legacy for his family. But in a village gripped by the iron fist of debt, corrupt officials, and rigid caste hierarchies, even this modest dream becomes a treacherous path.

​As Hori and his resilient wife, Dhania, struggle against the relentless tides of misfortune, they are forced to make impossible choices. From their son’s forbidden romance to the crushing weight of interest-laden loans, their story is a haunting reflection of the struggle for dignity in an indifferent world.

​Read Premchand’s greatest masterpiece, a profound and moving portrait of the Indian soul.