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Binding
Hardback
Number of Pages
232
Age Group
All
Language
English
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Book Summary
This contemporary fiction follows three octogenarian friends who gather each evening in Lodhi Gardens, Delhi, to talk about religion, politics, love, and scandal. Through their conversations, the book explores aging with dignity, enduring friendship, and the ironies of a changing society. The intended reader is adults who enjoy character-driven, socially aware stories, and the tone blends warmth, humor, and tenderness.
The narrative unfolds across a full calendar year, from January 26, 2009 to January 26, 2010, weaving in real-world events such as elections, instances of corruption, violence, and natural disasters. The content is presented as dialogue-driven, observational, and deeply anchored in a vivid Delhi setting, inviting readers to listen as the trio voices diverse perspectives on each issue. The reading experience is intimate and reflective, with scenes that feel both specific and universal.
What sets this book apart is its blend of sharp social critique with gentle, often wry humor, and its unflinching portrayal of aging. Readers gain insight into how long friendships adapt to changing times, and how everyday conversations reveal the tensions and tenderness at the heart of Indian society. The journey is not about high-stakes plot twists but about the quiet drama of memory, belief, and the search for meaning in a complex world.
After finishing, readers come away with a deeper empathy for aging, a nuanced view of society, and a sense of resilience and curiosity that lingers long after the last page.
Product Details
Author
Khushwant Singh
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
232
Language
English
SKU
9780143417798
ISBN
9780143417798
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
20.9x1.7x13.1cm
Binding
Hardback
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Khushwant Singh Was IndiaโS Best-Known Writer And Columnist. He Was Founder-Editor Of Yojana And Editor Of The Illustrated Weekly Of India, The National Herald And Hindustan Times. He Was A Member Of Parliament From 1980 To 1986. He Was Awarded The Padma Bhushan In 1974 But Returned The Decoration In 19984 In Protest Against The Storming Of The Golden Temple In Amritsar By The Indian Army. In 2007 He Was Awarded The Padma Vibhushan. He Passed Away In 2014 At The Age Of Ninety-Nine.