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Number of Pages
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This Is A Literary Collection Of Fourteen Short Stories And A Farce In Two Acts, Centered On The Textures Of Youth, First Love, And The Slow Craft Of Growing Up. The Central Thread Follows How Adolescence Can Balance Brightness With Vulnerability, Ambition With Doubt, And Idealism With Hard-Won Honesty. Ideal For Readers Who Enjoy Coming‑Of‑Age Fiction And Thoughtful Prose, It Offers A Candid, Emotionally Resonant Journey That Is Both Adventurous And Insightful.
The Reading Experience Blends Story-Driven Prose With A Dramatized Stretch That Adds Historical Texture And Creative Energy. The Collection’S Voice Feels Fresh And Observant, Pairing Intimate Moments With Broader Social Observations. Readers Move Through Self-Contained Stories And The Stand-Alone Farce, Each Piece Inviting Reflection While Maintaining Forward Momentum. The Portrayal Of Youth Tackles Serious Themes With Sensitivity, While Moments Of Wit And Lightness Provide Balance And Immediacy.
After Finishing, Readers Gain A Nuanced View Of Growing Up—Recognizing Resilience Amid Confusion, And Finding Empathy In The Imperfect Journey From Innocence To Insight. It Leaves A Lasting Impression By Celebrating Youthful Audacity Alongside The Complexities Of Adulthood, Encouraging Curiosity And A More Generous View Of The Human Experience.
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Author
Shashi Tharoor
Publisher
Penguin Random House
Number of Pages
240
SKU
9780143424314
ISBN
9780143424314
Reading Age
All
Binding
Hardback
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