Description

In the vibrant, newly independent India of the early 1950s, a young woman named Lata navigates the complex landscape of love, marriage, and family expectations. As her mother meticulously searches for a "suitable boy," Lata finds herself at the heart of a sweeping narrative that intertwines the lives of four prominent families. This richly detailed novel offers a panoramic portrait of a society in transition, exploring themes of ambition, prejudice, reconciliation, and the enduring power of human connection amidst both delicate social customs and profound societal shifts.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Harper Perennial Modern Classics

Published Oct 4, 2005

1474 pages

ISBN: 9780060786526

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Details

First Published

1993

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for A Suitable Boy by Vikram Seth.

Violence