Maya Thakuri
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Maya Thakuri | |
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माया ठकुरी | |
Born | [1] | 2 July 1946
Nationality | Nepali |
Occupation | Writer |
Notable work | Priyambada |
Spouse | Damodar Sharma |
Maya Thakuri (born 2 July 1946) is a Nepali writer. She has published eight anthologies of short stories. Her stories have been translated in English, Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, and are a part of curriculum in various universities in India and Nepal.[2] She is also a member of Nepal Academy.[1]
Biography
She was born on 2 July 1946 in Lucknow, India. She never received formal education and could not read or write until the age of 15.[2] She learnt to read and write by her own.[1] In 1974, she moved to permanently to Kathmandu with her husband, Damodar Sharma.[1]
Notable works
Thakuri's stories focus on prejudices in women's lives.[2] Her most renowned works are:
- Ama Januhos
- Najureko Jodhi - 1974, Sajha Publications[3]
- Of a Lesser God
- Priyambada
References
- ^ a b c d Gurung, Muna. "Maya Thakuri: Writing between the lines". Retrieved 2020-08-17.
- ^ a b c Gautam, Swasti. "Bold and courageous". My Republica. Retrieved 2020-08-17.
- ^ "'Writing is inherent, but needs nurturing'". Retrieved 2020-08-17.
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