Phanishwar Nath 'Renu'
Indian author and Hindi literature figure
Born
1921
104 years ago
Died
April 11th, 1977
48 years ago — 56 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
India
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An influential author, contributed significantly to Hindi literature through novels and short stories. His writings reflected the culture and social conditions of rural India. Engaged in political activism, advocated for the rights of farmers and rural communities. Notable for blending realism with local dialects, enhancing the authenticity of narratives. His works continue to be celebrated for their literary merit and cultural relevance.
Authored the novel 'Maila Anchal'
Wrote 'Partaap' and various short stories
Pioneered the use of local dialects in Hindi literature
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