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Kalpana Swaminathan
Self-Discovery Journey
Women Empowerment Stories
Art And Identity
Cultural Exploration Themes
Class And Power Dynamics
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Binding
Paperback
Number of Pages
346
Age Group
All
Piracy Free
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Book Summary
Bougainvillea House, A Novel By Manju Kapur, Follows Two Families In New Delhi And Nepal As They Navigate Independence, Identity, And Womanhood. A Thoughtful Work Of Literary Fiction, It Speaks To Adult Readers And Mature Young Adults Who Relish Nuanced Stories About Desire, Power, And Art, Told With Warmth And Insight.
The Narrative Unfolds Through Intertwined Perspectives, Tracing Three Decades Of Ambition And Longing. Bougainvillea House Uses The Gallery Minal Opens As A Powerful Symbol Of Autonomy And Constraint, Inviting Readers To Explore How Art, Marriage, And Self-Expression Shape A Woman's Life. The Storytelling Is Intimate And Panoramic At Once, Shifting Between Delhi And Nepal To Illuminate Class Tensions, Social Change, And The Quiet Courage Of Its Protagonists.
With Its Lush Settings, Nuanced Dialogue, And A Pace That Balances Intimate Moments With Sweeping Emotional Arcs, Bougainvillea House Invites Readers To Reflect On What It Means To Claim One's Voice. The Narrative Treats Sexuality And Partnership With Honesty, While Foregrounding Art As A Force For Self-Discovery And Resistance. If You Enjoy Character-Driven Stories That Blend Heart, Intellect, And Social Critique, This Book Offers A Memorable Journey.
After Finishing Bougainvillea House, Readers Gain A Deeper Understanding Of Resilience And Self-Advocacy, Along With Empathy For Women Navigating Complex Love, Ambition, And Art. The Novel Invites Reflection On What It Means To Stand Up For Oneself In A World That Often Constrains Creativity And Choice, Leaving A Lasting Impression Of Hope, Courage, And Curiosity.
Product Details
Author
Kalpana Swaminathan
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
346
SKU
9780143062264
ISBN
9780143062264
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
19.7 x 13 x 1.9 cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 499
₹ 475
₹ 24 Off