"The Zigzag Way" by Anita Desai is a captivating novel that takes readers on a journey through Mexico and Wales, unraveling secrets and exploring themes of identity and heritage. As the story follows Eric, an American graduate student, on his quest to uncover his family's roots, Desai's vivid descriptions transport...
"Diamond Dust" by Anita Desai is a captivating novel that delves into the themes of family, love, and self-discovery. Set in bustling Bombay, the story follows the Vaswani family, a middle-class household, as they navigate the challenges of maintaining their values against a rapidly changing society. At the center of...
"Fire on the Mountain" by Anita Desai is a captivating tale that delves into the themes of family, identity, and the process of aging. Set in a remote Himalayan village, the story revolves around Nanda Kaul, a recently widowed woman in her seventies who grapples with the challenges that come...
"Fasting, Feasting" by Anita Desai is a captivating novel that takes us on a journey through the lives of two siblings in India and America. The story starts in India, where Uma, a dutiful and submissive daughter, finds herself trapped in a stifling household. Her aspirations and desires are sacrificed...
"Journey to Ithaca" by Anita Desai is a captivating and introspective novel that delves into the fundamental questions of identity, self-discovery, and the search for meaning in life. The story revolves around Matteo, a young man who embarks on a poignant journey in search of his estranged father. Anita Desai's...
Anita Desai's "In Custody" is a compelling novel that delves into the themes of language, identity, and cultural preservation. The story takes place in post-independence India and follows the protagonist, Deven, a Hindi professor who is given the opportunity to interview the renowned Urdu poet, Nur, for an educational institution....
"Cry, the Peacock" by Anita Desai is a haunting and introspective novel that delves into the torment of inner struggles and the destructive power of obsession. The story revolves around Maya, a young woman trapped in a loveless and suffocating marriage with Gautama. Throughout the novel, Maya's mind becomes consumed...
"Clear Light of Day" by Anita Desai is a beautiful novel that takes readers on a captivating journey through the lives of the Das family in post-partition India. At the center of the story are two sisters, Tara and Bim, whose contrasting lives and personalities form the core of the...