Names of the Women
- 192pages
- 7 heures de lecture
From the Booker-shortlisted author of Narcopolis, in prose of extraordinary power, a novel about the women whose roles were suppressed, reduced or erased in the Gospels.'Dazzling, smouldering .
Jeet Thayil Livres
Jeet Thayil est un poète et romancier indien reconnu pour ses explorations percutantes de l'identité et de la modernité. Son style littéraire se caractérise par une langue riche et des approches expérimentales qui entraînent le lecteur dans de profondes réflexions existentielles. À travers ses œuvres, il examine des relations humaines complexes et les changements culturels qui se produisent dans la société contemporaine. L'écriture de Thayil représente une fusion unique de poésie et de prose qui résonne avec urgence et puissance poétique.
Narcopolis
- 304pages
- 11 heures de lecture
A tale of vice and passion set against a backdrop of late 1970s Bombay finds a New Yorker becoming entranced with the underworld culture of an opium den and brothel where he encounters a pipe-making eunuch, a violent businessman, and a Chinese refugee.
Low
- 240pages
- 9 heures de lecture
From the Booker-shortlisted author: one man's whirlwind weekend of self- destructive grief.
The Penguin Book of Indian Poets
- 908pages
- 32 heures de lecture
The book presents a remarkable collection of images captured over thirty years, providing a unique and intimate glimpse into the lives of India's most celebrated poets. This visual archive not only showcases their personal stories but also reflects the rich historical context surrounding their work and influence.
English and Apocalypso Flipbook
- 160pages
- 6 heures de lecture
This reprint of a 2003 work delves into the intricacies of the English language, exploring its evolution, structure, and usage. It offers insights into linguistic nuances and cultural influences that shape communication. The book serves as both an informative resource and a celebration of English, making it valuable for linguists, students, and anyone interested in the richness of the language.