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Rajkamal Choudhary
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Binding
Hardback
Number of Pages
200
Age Group
All
Language
English
Book Summary
This is a bold piece of translated literary fiction, a mature novel set in mid-20th-century Kolkata. It centers on sexuality, identity, and emotional turmoil within a world of rigid social norms, told through a ruthless businessman's conflicted inner life. The intended reader is adults who crave psychological depth and social critique, delivered in a tense, evocative voice. It offers a stark, thought-provoking reading experience that challenges conventional ideas about desire and belonging.
Presented through lyrical, experimental prose, the narrative is character-driven and non-linear, weaving a troubled psyche with intimate relationships and the fallout of challenging taboos. Two queer partners are part of the emotional maze, and the work probes how desire collides with power, longing, and moral ambiguity. A stark, recurring metaphor underscores themes of emptiness and unfulfilled longing, inviting reflection without conventional tidy resolutions.
Readers move through a densely layered text that blends rich imagery, social critique, and psychological insight. The reading experience is immersive and thought-provoking, rewarding careful attention to metaphor, structure, and subplots that challenge reader assumptions. The writing style is distinctive and experimental, offering a fresh lens on historical Kolkata and on queer identity within a restrictive era.
After finishing, readers gain a nuanced perspective on desire and society, expanded empathy, and a greater willingness to question conventional norms. The book lingers in memory, offering insight, dialogue, and renewed curiosity about human complexity.
Product Details
Author
Rajkamal Choudhary
Publisher
Rupa Publications
Number of Pages
200
Language
English
SKU
9789361568206
ISBN
9789361568206
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
14.57x1.75x22.19cm
Binding
Hardback
MRP: โน 495
โน 406
โน 89 Off