“I tried not to think about my life. I did not have any good solid plans for it long-term - no bad plans either, no plans at all - and the lostness of that, compared with the clear ambitions of my friends (marriage, children, law school), sometimes shamed me. Other times in my mind I defended such a condition as morally and intellectually superior - my life was open and ready and free - but that did not make it less lonely.”
This book delves into the complexities of life in a small Indian village, focusing on the intersecting lives of its inhabitants. The narrative follows Tilo, a young woman who becomes entangled in a tragic event, reflecting on the societal and personal consequences of her actions and the broader issues of inequality and justice in her community. more
Lorrie Moore is an American writer renowned for her short stories. Her work is celebrated for its humor, satire, and profound insights into everyday life. Born on January 13, 1957, Moore graduated from Harvard University, where she began her writing career. more
“Your true home is in the here and the now.”
“Whole new theories of money were growing here like mushrooms: in the dark and based on bullshit.”
“When you've only got one little shimmer of sunshine, you capture it best you can.”