Description
Bettada Jeeva is a renowned Kannada novel written by Dr. Shivaram Karanth, one of Karnataka’s greatest literary figures. The novel vividly portrays the struggles and beauty of rural life in the hilly, forested regions of the Western Ghats. It explores the deep bond between humans and nature, highlighting themes of environmental awareness, simplicity, and the resilience of village communities. The book is celebrated for its realistic narrative and sensitive depiction of traditional life and human values.