Chhava Shivaji Sawant Jun 2026

The following report covers the historical novel (also spelled ) by the late Marathi author Shivaji Sawant , as well as its recent cultural adaptations. Overview of the Novel

Published in 1980, Chhava (which translates to 'Cub' or 'Lion's Cub') is a historical novel that chronicles the life of Sambhaji Maharaj, the eldest son of Chhatrapati Shivaji. To understand the magnitude of Sawant’s achievement, one must first understand the historical context. Chhava Shivaji Sawant