 In his first three books , Narayan highlights the problems with certain socially accepted practices . The first book has Narayan focusing on the plight of students , punishments of caning in the classroom , and the associated shame . The concept of horoscope @-@ matching in Hindu marriages and the emotional toll it levies on the bride and groom is covered in the second book . In the third book , Narayan addresses the concept of a wife putting up with her husband 's antics and attitudes . 
