Description
In the rugged South Indian highlands, the ambitious construction of a massive dam threatens to displace a community of tribal people. As the project, led by the determined Clinton, gains momentum, the clash between industrial progress and ancient ways of life becomes inevitable. This novel delves into the profound consequences of unchecked development, exploring themes of exploitation, cultural disruption, and the enduring spirit of those caught in the path of change. Markandaya masterfully portrays the human cost of ambition against the backdrop of a rapidly modernizing nation.
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paperback
Hamilton
Published Jan 1, 1969
222 pages
ISBN: 0241017254
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Details
First Published
1969
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Coffer Dams by Kamala Markandaya.