Yayati" is a novel written by V. S. Khandekar, published in 1960. It's a Marathi language novel that reimagines the ancient Indian mythological story of King Yayati from the Mahabharata. The novel delves into themes of desire, power, and the human condition.
The story revolves around King Yayati who is granted the boon of eternal youth by the sage Shukracharya. Yayati's pursuit of pleasure and desire leads to a complex web of relationships and moral dilemmas, as he passes on his aging to his willing and unwilling sons. The novel explores the consequences of his actions and the eventual realization of the emptiness of material pursuits.
Throughout the narrative, "Yayati" delves into philosophical questions about the nature of life, duty, and the transient nature of human desires. It's a thought-provoking exploration of human weaknesses and the eternal struggle between desire and spiritual growth.
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