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Paperback
Number of Pages
304
Age Group
All
Language
English
Book Summary
This is a literary fiction novel set in a small railway town in Odisha, centered on a young man who longs to redeem himself after being written off as a failure in the civil service exams. The central themes are integrity, community, and the moral tension between shortcuts and perseverance. It speaks to adult readers who enjoy character-driven realism, social drama, and nuanced storytelling. The emotional tone is earnest, hopeful, and thought-provoking.
Story-led and scene-rich, the narrative follows family support, communal pressures, and the friction between personal ambition and public duty. It offers a sharp, unflinching look at local governanceโwhere drought relief funds can become personal bonuses and where kowtowing to senior officials persists as a troubling dynamicโwhile anchoring the drama in intimate moments of love, friendship, and the constant pull of ethical choices.
Readers move through the town with a steady, reflective pace, guided by vivid descriptions of Odishaโs landscapes and the rhythms of a close-knit community. The work invites empathy and critical thinking as it explores how ordinary people respond to systemic challenges, and how steadfast values can shape both a life and a townโs future.
After finishing, readers gain a nuanced perspective on governance, courage, and everyday ethics, along with a sense of hope and possibility. The story leaves a lasting impression of how integrity, supported by family faith and community, can lead to personal triumph and a more just community.
Product Details
Author
Aswini Kumar Mishra
Publisher
Rupa Publications
Number of Pages
304
Language
English
SKU
9788129140081
ISBN
9788129140081
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
13.97x1.75x21.59cm
Binding
Paperback
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