The Calcutta Chromosome, in this paperback edition, is a time-spanning mystery and science-tinged adventure that blends historical Calcutta with speculative futures. A gripping novel by Amitav Ghosh, it invites readers who love intricate plots, cultural history, and cerebral thrills. Perfect for adult readers who enjoy literary thrillers, the tone is adventurous, immersive, and intellectually engaging.
Structured as a multi-layered chase across eras, The Calcutta Chromosome follows L. Murugan, an authority on Sir Ronald Ross’s malaria work, as he searches for the enigmatic Calcutta Chromosome. The story travels from the late nineteenth century into a speculative present, weaving science, myth, and detective intuition into a single, enthralling narrative. The Times called Amitav Ghosh a fascinating and seductive writer, and this novel expands the boundaries of what a science thriller can be by placing Victorian India, contemporary settings, and advanced ideas side by side with human drama. The result is a reading experience that feels both cinematic and intimate, inviting you to question how history is made and remembered.
- Time-spanning narrative that moves from a future frame to nineteenth-century Calcutta
- A mystery centered on the elusive Calcutta Chromosome and the enigmatic L. Murugan
- Vivid settings across Victorian India and modern-day landscapes
- Blends science, history, myth, and suspense with lyrical, accessible prose
- Thought-provoking themes of memory, belief, and cultural history
After finishing The Calcutta Chromosome, readers are left with a sense of wonder about the alliances between science and myth, along with a sharpened curiosity about how history is told. This paperback invites patient engagement and rewards careful reading with intellectual insight and lasting intrigue.
