The God of Small Things
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Arundhati Roy is the author of a number of books, including The God of Small Things, which won the Booker Prize in 1997 and has been translated into more than forty languages. She was born in 1959 in Shillong, India, and studied architecture in Delhi, where she now lives. She has also written several non-fiction books, including Field Notes on Democracy, Walking with the Comrades, Capitalism: A Ghost Story, The End of Imagination, and most recently Things That Can and Cannot Be Said, co-authored with John Cusack. Roy is the recipient of the 2002 Lannan Foundation Cultural Freedom Prize, the 2011 Norman Mailer Prize for Distinguished Writing, and the 2015 Ambedkar Sudar award.
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The God of Small Things is the internationally acclaimed debut novel by Arundhati Roy, winner of the 1997 Booker Prize. Set against the lush backdrop of Kerala, this unforgettable novel weaves together themes of family, love, caste, politics, memory, and childhood into one of the most celebrated works of contemporary Indian literature.
The story follows twin siblings Estha and Rahel, whose childhood is forever altered by a series of tragic events that expose them to the harsh realities of society. As buried secrets gradually unfold, their lives become intertwined with the complex relationships, social hierarchies, and political tensions that define their family and community.
With lyrical storytelling and richly drawn characters, Roy explores the lasting impact of forbidden love, prejudice, and personal loss while offering a vivid portrait of Kerala’s culture, the Syrian Christian community, and the influence of social and political change.
Beautifully written and emotionally powerful, The God of Small Things is a timeless literary classic that continues to captivate readers around the world. It is an essential read for anyone who appreciates award-winning fiction, compelling storytelling, and thought-provoking literature.
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| Author | Arundhati Roy |
|---|---|
| Binding | Paperback |
| ISBN | 978-9794614020 |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 356 |
| Publication date | 1 January 2002 |
| Publisher | PENGUIN INDIA |
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