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A story set in the late 40s, post Independence era of India, Hemanthagaana is a journey of an idealist in a rapidly changing political environment. This kannada novel is divided into 3 sections and the middle chapter is perfectly set between the chapters of two women, which is a reflection of the main story line. Anatha Udupa, the protogonist is a man who gives up a promising future for the betterment of the society but loses his way by falling in love with a young widow of a freedom fighter. Indira, his subject of love is an ardent follower of Gandhi (or Bapuji as he is fondly called) and completely immersed in her 'seva' or service to uplift the downtrodden. In the process, she extends financial help many a time through her father, Mr.Talpade to Anantha's blazing cause and supports his struggling tabloid that reaches Kannadigas across the great industrial city, Mumbai. The background of the story is set in Mangalore and Mumbai. In Mangalore, Anantha has left his wife Bhar...