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Binding
Paperback
Number of Pages
208
Language
English
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Book Summary
Colpetty People (R/J) is a debut collection that invites readers into the vibrant, ever-changing world of modern Sri Lanka. Through linked stories, the book examines ambition, love, class, and cultural identity in Colombo with humor and insight. Written for adults and for anyone who relishes character-driven fiction, Colpetty People (R/J) offers a warm, adventurous, and reflective reading experience.
In these interwoven tales, you meet a diverse cast—Young John-John, Agnes, Ashoka, Professor Jayaweera—each tracing a personal journey through a city where old loyalties collide with new possibilities. The writing is crisp and inviting, blending witty dialogue with an observant eye for social nuance. The stories unfold with a rhythmic balance of brisk humor and quiet insight, making the experience feel intimate and alive.
What makes Colpetty People (R/J) especially engaging is the way Colombo itself becomes a living landscape—a backdrop that shapes choices, reveals contradictions, and amplifies both longing and resilience. The collection moves gracefully between amusing anecdotes and poignant moments, inviting readers to reflect on love, class, and cultural identity without losing the warmth that carries the book. It’s a journey through a city and through human desire, told with care and curiosity.
After finishing the collection, readers will carry a deeper appreciation for the complexities of urban life and human aspiration, along with a warmth and sense of connection to the people who inhabit Colpetty and its surroundings. The stories linger with humor and humanity, inspiring reflection on identity and belonging and inviting readers to see their own city—and themselves—more clearly.
Product Details
Author
Ashok Ferrey
Publisher
Penguin Random House India
Number of Pages
208
Language
English
SKU
9780143440130
ISBN
9780143440130
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 299
₹ 254
₹ 45 Off