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Number of Pages
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Book Summary
The Romantics is a literary novel by Pankaj Mishra that weaves the world of books with the life of an ancient city, set in contemporary India. It follows Samar, a young man of modest means who seeks solace in literature, and through his friendships with Rajesh and Catherine, it thoughtfully examines questions of identity, belonging, and the fault lines shaping modern Indian society. With its reflective, inviting tone, The Romantics speaks to readers who crave depth, literary atmosphere, and human connection.
The Romantics unfolds in a warm, reader-friendly voice, blending narration with intimate scenes and sharp social observation. Mishra's writing moves between dialogue, inner reflection, and vivid depictions of Benares—sacred temples, bustling markets, and quiet libraries—creating a pace that feels both intimate and expansive. The book invites readers to think, feel, and question as the characters learn from one another and from literature itself.
If you appreciate stories about identity and belonging that don’t shy away from life’s complexity, The Romantics rewards patience with insights on how a nation in flux negotiates memory, tradition, and modernity.
After finishing The Romantics, readers are left with a deeper sense of what it means to belong and how books can bind strangers across cultures. The story invites reflection, leaves you feeling hopeful and thoughtful, and lingers as a quiet invitation to continue exploring India's evolving narrative.
Product Details
Author
Pankaj Mishra
Publisher
Penguin Books
Number of Pages
280
Language
English
SKU
BK0033595
ISBN
9780143421221
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
12.7 x 1.88 x 20.32 cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 399
₹ 339
15% Off
Pankaj Mishra Is The Author Of From The Ruins Of Empire And Several Other Books. He Is A Columnist At Bloomberg View And The New York Times Book Review, And Writes Regularly For The Guardian, The London Review Of Books, And The New Yorker. A Fellow Of The Royal Society Of Literature, He Lives In London.