English, August
Description
This novel follows Agastya Sen, a young man who, against his own inclinations, joins the Indian Civil Service, a path chosen by his father for stability. Set in the fictional town of Madna, the narrative explores Agastya's profound sense of alienation, not just from the corrupt bureaucracy he encounters, but also from his own cultural identity. As he navigates this unfamiliar world, his personal life unravels, making his existence in the small town increasingly unbearable. The story delves into themes of cultural displacement, the search for self, and the quiet disillusionment of a generation caught between tradition and modernity.
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paperback
New York Review Books
Published Jan 1, 2006
356 pages
ISBN: 9781590171790
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First Published
1988
Language
eng
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