The Soiled Border

Set in a remote village in Bihar, The Soiled Border, provides a vivid portrayal of rural life during the early years of India's independence.The story revolves around the life of an idealistic doctor, Dr. Prashant, who arrives in the village with the hope of serving its people. Through his eyes, the novel depicts the harsh realities of rural poverty, the exploitation by landlords, the struggle for basic amenities, and the deep-rooted caste and class divisions.