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Binding
Paperback
Number of Pages
186
Language
English
Book Summary
This Is A Literary Fiction Novella That Follows A Single Day In The Life Of A Landless Family In A Rural Community. The Central Theme Explores Dignity, Power, And Survival Within Caste-Based Hierarchies, And The Way Mercy Or Oppression Shapes Ordinary Lives. It Is Aimed At Adult Readers And Fans Of Social Realism And South Asian Literature, With A Compassionate, Contemplative, And Sometimes Piercing Tone.
Presented As A Tightly Paced, Story-Led Narrative, The Book Unfolds Through A Sequence Of Vivid, Interwoven Scenes That Place Readers At The Heart Of Village Life. The Prose Is Spare Yet Lyrical, Blending Stark Realism With Moments Of Quiet Beauty. A Lunar Eclipse Shadowing The Day Heightens Mood And Foregrounds Social Divides, Inviting Reflection On How Ritual And Circumstance Intersect With Daily Need.
It Stands Out For Its Unflinching Portrayal Of Hardship Tempered By Moments Of Humanity And Resilience. Readers Follow Encounters Across The CommunityโNeighbors, Elders, And Local AuthoritiesโSeeing How Power Is Exercised And Challenged. The Structure And Voice Encourage Active Reading, With Short Shifts In Perspective That Build A Chorus Of Voices Rather Than A Single Protagonist.
After Finishing, Readers Gain A Deeper Understanding Of Caste-Based Oppression, Dignity, And Solidarity. It Invites Critical Thinking About Social Justice And Personal Resilience, Leaving A Lasting Impression On How We View Communities At The Margins.
Product Details
Author
Gurdial Singh
Publisher
Rupa Publications
Number of Pages
186
Language
English
Dimensions
203 x 254 x 1 cm
Binding
Paperback
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