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Narrator: "The village council, dominated by the conservative and wealthy landlords, is wary of the growing nationalist sentiment. They seek to maintain their grip on power and tradition." Kanthapura Audiobook
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[Soft, calming sound effects: birds chirping, gentle breeze] gentle breeze] Narrator: "Welcome to 'Kanthapura'
Narrator: "Welcome to 'Kanthapura', a classic novel by Raja Rao, set in the heart of India during the tumultuous years of the Gandhian movement. This audiobook is a journey through the eyes of a young girl named Moorthy, as he navigates the changing landscape of his village and the world around him."
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