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“This was the woman Narasimhan had married, as opposed to whatever girl from Madras his family wanted for him. Subhash wondered how his family reacted to her. He wondered if she'd ever been to India. If she had, he wondered whether she'd liked it or hated it. He could not guess from looking at her”

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Book:The Lowland
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The Lowland

The Lowland is a richly detailed novel that delves into the lives of two brothers, born in a lowland region of India, as they navigate the complexities of their personal and political worlds amidst the turmoil of the Sri Lankan Civil War and the Indian Emergency. The story intertwines their fates with the broader historical events of the time, offering a nuanced exploration of themes such as loyalty, betrayal, and the impact of political strife on individual lives. more

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Jhumpa Lahiri
Jhumpa Lahiri

Jhumpa Lahiri is an Indian-American author known for her insightful exploration of immigration and multiculturalism. Her works often focus on the inner world of second-generation immigrants, delving into themes of identity, belonging, and cultural conflict. Born on July 11, 1967, Lahiri graduated from Brown University and received a Master of Fine Arts degree from Columbia University. more

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