ಕನ್ನಡದಿಂದ ಇಂಗ್ಲಿಷ್ ಅನುವಾದಿತ ‘The Cup Touched by Devamma’

–ಶ್ರೀಧರ ಗಸ್ತಿ

The Cup Touched by Devamma: A Children’s Story Collection Promoting Equality.”

The original writer of this book is Y. G. Bhagavati. These stories convey valuable ideas and help in building good character. Therefore, I have translated them from Kannada into English. This collection consists of fifteen short stories written mainly for children and young readers. The stories are simple in language and mostly set in rural backgrounds, making them easy to understand and relatable for school students. Each story carries a moral message and aims to shape the character, values, and social awareness of young minds.

One of the main strengths of this collection is its focus on human values and compassion. Stories such as The Farmer and the Rabbit highlight kindness toward animals and the importance of living peacefully with nature. Similarly, The Way of Light shows how the wisdom and kindness of a priest can transform the lives of robbers, conveying the message that trust, forgiveness, and good guidance can lead people toward the right path.

The collection also addresses social issues and equality. The story The Cup Touched by Devamma powerfully speaks against caste discrimination and emphasizes that humanity is greater than social divisions. In the same way, Justice for Talent focuses on fairness and the importance of recognizing true talent rather than giving preference based on influence or relationships.

Another important theme present in the collection is environmental awareness. Stories like The Cry of Mother Earth and A Group of Green Friends encourage children to protect nature and take responsibility for the environment. These stories show how even young children can bring about positive change through determination and collective effort.

Many stories in the collection are also inspirational and motivational. For example, Power of Determination and The Result of Hard Work highlight perseverance, dedication, and the power of hard work in achieving success. These stories inspire children to learn from failures and continue striving toward their goals.

Overall, this story collection is meaningful and educational. Through simple narration and engaging characters, it promotes moral values such as honesty, compassion, equality, environmental responsibility, and determination. The stories not only entertain young readers but also guide them toward becoming responsible and thoughtful individuals in society.

Original in Kannada: Y G Bhagavati 

Translated into english:Shridhar B Gasti 

Publisher: Sagari Prakashan Mysore 

Price: 100