The guide /
R.K. Narayan ; introduction by Michael Gorra.
- New York : Penguin Books, 2006.
- xxiv, 196 p. ; 20 cm.
- Penguin classics .
- Penguin classics .
Originally published: New York : Viking Press, 1958.
Formerly India's most corrupt tourist guide, Raju-just released from prison-seeks refuge in an abandoned temple. Mistaken for a holy man, he plays the part and succeeds so well that God himself intervenes to put Raju's newfound sanctity to the test.