Sankalp by Ravi Ranjan Goswami

Sankalp by Ravi Ranjan Goswami | Book review

Book review:

"Sankalp" is a short novel based on a love story that depicts the true meaning of sankalp or a vow. Set in the period of 1930's where Gandhiji was raising voices for freedom, a small family of a school teacher Gopinath ji wants his two sons to be settled. His elder son , Shyam passed 12th and was quite intelligent and was confident enough to crack any job opportunity.

Gopinath ji was bit worried about his younger son, Balchendra who was 10th pass. Both of them were reluctant to activities going on in the country to seek freedom. For them, their love for the country was more firm than human love. But what if any of them falls in love ? Will they wait for freedom to unite with their love?

Has any person the patience of controlling your emotions, accepting teases of unmarriage, and fight for freedom? Will any girl ready for love marriage in that era?

The author has meticulously penned the fear of English men among Indians , early marriage tradition, the simplicity of men and women, freedom activities prevalent during that period. Narration of the plot is vivid and quite intriguing. He has beautifully depicted the fear of Indians if by chance any Indian hurt any Englishman.

Overall, Sankalp is a intriguing and thought provoking read that put deep insights to love and dedication towards motherland. To seek freedom persons were ready to devote or sacrifice their lives , love with a broad smile. A truly heart warming read.

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