The Art of Reading - An Instructive Lesson from DVG
The Iconic DVG (D.V. Gundappa) offers invaluable advice on the art of reading
DVG’s Majestic Exposition of Bhartrhari
The first of a multipart essay series carrying a masterly exposition of the immortal Sanskrit poet Bhartrhari, authored by D.V. Gundappa
DVG's "Mahachunavane" - A Brutal Parody of the General Elections
DVG wrote his play, "Mahachunavane" (General Elections) in 1965. It depicts an unflattering picture of the first general elections in India held in 1951-52. There is a justified need for revisiting and re-analysing this play today.
DVG's Jack Cade: The Soothsaying Play that Predicted Congress Anarchy
DVG's Kannada play, Jack Cade was one of the earliest fictional portrayals of a newly-independent India in which the political class headed by the Congress Party was pushing India towards brazen demagoguery and anarchy.
Major Themes in DVG’s Creative Literature
DVG's creative literature comprised both Indian and non-Indian themes. He published several poetry collections and authored nine plays.
Introducing D.V. Gundappa’s Literature for Non-Kannadigas
D.V. Gundappa (DVG) was one of the accomplished litterateurs of India. This is the first episode of a new series that introduces his literary contributions.
“I Wear only the Skin that Parameshwara has Given me!” Celebrating a Spotless Devotee of Shiva
The iconic D.V. Gundappa brings alive a highly evocative, moving and ennobling profile of a spotless Bhakta of Shiva eponymously named "Shiva Pooje" Naranappa.
An Analysis of the Characters of the Mahabharata by D.V. Gundappa
This is the first episode of a series analysing the characters of the Mahabharata penned by the legendary DVG about 50 years ago.
Bharatavarsha now Awaits a New Mahakavya
On August 15, 1954, just seven years after India attained freedom, DVG delivered a deeply contemplative radio lecture, calling for a national introspection. It remains relevant till date.
Anecdotes from Sri Visvesvarayya's Life
In the concluding part of this essay series, we present several inspiring and ennobling anecdotes from Sir M. Visvesvarayya's life that remain eternal beacons of guidance