{"product_id":"9780143415374","title":"A Golden Age","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis historical fiction brings to life a family’s world in East Pakistan during the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971. Centered on a mother hosting a garden party as a nation teeters on the edge of conflict, the central themes are resilience, family, and the hard choices people face when safety is at stake. The intended reader is adults and anyone who loves literary, historically grounded narratives. The tone is poignant and hopeful, with moments of urgency and tenderness.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe narrative unfolds through intimate domestic scenes and broad historical context, carried by a strong story-led approach. It blends warmth and turmoil, making the era tangible through daily rituals, conversations, and a city buzzing with change. What makes the reading experience distinctive is the seamless fusion of personal stakes with sweeping political events, inviting readers to feel both the heartbeat of a family and the pulse of a nation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcross the pages, readers encounter a tapestry of voices—from students and neighbors to workers and soldiers—each facing the same questions: what do we owe to those we love, and what courage is possible when fear rises? The journey emphasizes human connection, moral resolve, and the quiet acts of bravery that shape a community under pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA vivid, story-led portrayal of a family under the shadow of war\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHistorical context of East Pakistan during the 1971 conflict and its impact on everyday life\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInterwoven themes of love, resilience, duty, and sacrifice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLyrical, precise writing with a strong sense of place and period\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA reflective narrative that invites readers to consider moral choices in crisis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders finish with a deeper understanding of a pivotal historical moment seen through a personal lens, gaining empathy, resilience, and a lasting sense of hope inspired by ordinary people facing extraordinary times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540441641177,"sku":"9780143415374","price":428.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/81Qc5VcrqgL._SL1500.jpg?v=1779267827","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9780143415374","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}