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Iswaran The Story Teller
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Iswaran The Story Teller
Key Points of the Story
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Characters
Mahendra is a single man 
who works as a supervisor 
and travels for his job. 
Iswaran is his cook who goes 
everywhere with him. 
Iswaran is a great storyteller 
who loves T amil thriller 
movies.
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Plot Elements
Iswaran tells exciting stories. 
He tells one about stopping a 
wild elephant with just a 
small stick. He also tells a 
story about a female ghost 
who appears on full-moon 
nights. These stories start to 
affect how Mahendra thinks.
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Climax
At first, Mahendra doesn't believe the ghost stories. Then he hears 
strange sounds outside his window. He tells Iswaran, who says the 
place has ghosts. Mahendra decides to leave right away.
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Iswaran The Story Teller
Key Points of the Story
1
Characters
Mahendra is a single man 
who works as a supervisor 
and travels for his job. 
Iswaran is his cook who goes 
everywhere with him. 
Iswaran is a great storyteller 
who loves T amil thriller 
movies.
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Plot Elements
Iswaran tells exciting stories. 
He tells one about stopping a 
wild elephant with just a 
small stick. He also tells a 
story about a female ghost 
who appears on full-moon 
nights. These stories start to 
affect how Mahendra thinks.
3
Climax
At first, Mahendra doesn't believe the ghost stories. Then he hears 
strange sounds outside his window. He tells Iswaran, who says the 
place has ghosts. Mahendra decides to leave right away.
Detailed Summary
Setting
The story unfolds across various 
construction sites where 
Mahendra works as a 
supervisor, creating a backdrop 
of isolation and transience that 
enhances the supernatural 
elements of the narrative.
Relationship
Mahendra and Iswaran share a 
unique bond that goes beyond 
employer-employee, with 
Iswaran serving as both 
domestic help and 
entertainment through his 
captivating storytelling abilities.
Narrative Structure
The story builds gradually from mundane daily life to supernatural 
encounters, with Iswaran's tales serving as foreshadowing for the 
climactic ghostly experience that ultimately drives Mahendra away.
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Iswaran The Story Teller
Key Points of the Story
1
Characters
Mahendra is a single man 
who works as a supervisor 
and travels for his job. 
Iswaran is his cook who goes 
everywhere with him. 
Iswaran is a great storyteller 
who loves T amil thriller 
movies.
2
Plot Elements
Iswaran tells exciting stories. 
He tells one about stopping a 
wild elephant with just a 
small stick. He also tells a 
story about a female ghost 
who appears on full-moon 
nights. These stories start to 
affect how Mahendra thinks.
3
Climax
At first, Mahendra doesn't believe the ghost stories. Then he hears 
strange sounds outside his window. He tells Iswaran, who says the 
place has ghosts. Mahendra decides to leave right away.
Detailed Summary
Setting
The story unfolds across various 
construction sites where 
Mahendra works as a 
supervisor, creating a backdrop 
of isolation and transience that 
enhances the supernatural 
elements of the narrative.
Relationship
Mahendra and Iswaran share a 
unique bond that goes beyond 
employer-employee, with 
Iswaran serving as both 
domestic help and 
entertainment through his 
captivating storytelling abilities.
Narrative Structure
The story builds gradually from mundane daily life to supernatural 
encounters, with Iswaran's tales serving as foreshadowing for the 
climactic ghostly experience that ultimately drives Mahendra away.
Mahendra
Mahendra's Character
A young supervisor at a firm. He works 
at building sites like factories, bridges, 
and dams. He is single and has simple 
needs. This helps him adjust to tough 
conditions at different work sites.
Job Requirements
Mahendra must move often to different 
work sites when his main office tells him 
to. This moving lifestyle would be hard 
for someone with a family.
Iswaran's Role
Iswaran is Mahendra's most valuable 
helper. He is a loyal cook who goes with 
Mahendra to every job. He provides 
both household help and friendship in 
lonely places.
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Iswaran The Story Teller
Key Points of the Story
1
Characters
Mahendra is a single man 
who works as a supervisor 
and travels for his job. 
Iswaran is his cook who goes 
everywhere with him. 
Iswaran is a great storyteller 
who loves T amil thriller 
movies.
2
Plot Elements
Iswaran tells exciting stories. 
He tells one about stopping a 
wild elephant with just a 
small stick. He also tells a 
story about a female ghost 
who appears on full-moon 
nights. These stories start to 
affect how Mahendra thinks.
3
Climax
At first, Mahendra doesn't believe the ghost stories. Then he hears 
strange sounds outside his window. He tells Iswaran, who says the 
place has ghosts. Mahendra decides to leave right away.
Detailed Summary
Setting
The story unfolds across various 
construction sites where 
Mahendra works as a 
supervisor, creating a backdrop 
of isolation and transience that 
enhances the supernatural 
elements of the narrative.
Relationship
Mahendra and Iswaran share a 
unique bond that goes beyond 
employer-employee, with 
Iswaran serving as both 
domestic help and 
entertainment through his 
captivating storytelling abilities.
Narrative Structure
The story builds gradually from mundane daily life to supernatural 
encounters, with Iswaran's tales serving as foreshadowing for the 
climactic ghostly experience that ultimately drives Mahendra away.
Mahendra
Mahendra's Character
A young supervisor at a firm. He works 
at building sites like factories, bridges, 
and dams. He is single and has simple 
needs. This helps him adjust to tough 
conditions at different work sites.
Job Requirements
Mahendra must move often to different 
work sites when his main office tells him 
to. This moving lifestyle would be hard 
for someone with a family.
Iswaran's Role
Iswaran is Mahendra's most valuable 
helper. He is a loyal cook who goes with 
Mahendra to every job. He provides 
both household help and friendship in 
lonely places.
What Iswaran Does for Mahendra
Cooking
Iswaran makes good food for Mahendra. 
He can cook tasty meals even in remote 
places with few ingredients, showing how 
helpful and skilled he is.
Housekeeping
Iswaran does all the household work. He 
washes clothes, keeps their living space 
clean, and makes sure Mahendra is 
comfortable in tough places.
Storytelling
Iswaran's best skill is telling stories. He 
keeps Mahendra entertained with 
exciting tales during late-night talks, 
making their lonely places feel less 
boring.