Set during the British Raj and the Indian independence movement, this novel explores the complex relationships between British colonizers and Indian locals. It draws from the author's personal experiences in India and reflects on themes of cultural misunderstanding and social barriers. Celebrated for its literary significance, it has been recognized as one of the 100 great works of 20th-century English literature and was awarded the James Tait Black Memorial Prize for fiction. The title pays homage to Walt Whitman's poem, enriching its thematic depth.
Set during the British Raj and the Indian independence movement, this novel explores the complex relationships between British colonizers and Indian locals. It draws from the author's personal experiences in India and reflects on themes of cultural misunderstanding and social barriers. Celebrated for its literary significance, it has been recognized as one of the 100 great works of 20th-century English literature and was awarded the James Tait Black Memorial Prize for fiction. The title pays homage to Walt Whitman's poem, enriching its thematic depth.
