Thakazhi Sivasa Pillai
Chemmeen
- ISBN 13:
- 9780857423917
- author:
- Thakazhi Sivasa Pillai
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- University of Chicago Press Tra edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 264
- Dimensions:
- 12.7 x 2.5 x 20.3 cm
- Genre:
- , Thakazhi Sivasa Pillai,Chemmeen,University of Chicago Press,0857423916,General & Literary Fiction,Fiction,Fiction - General,Fiction / General,Fiction in translation,General,Miscellaneous items,Modern & contemporary fiction,Modern & contemporary fic
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Chemmeen tells the story of Karutthamma's complex relationship with Pareekkutty, a man from a different faith. Despite their love for each other, they are unable to marry due to religious differences. Instead, Karutthamma marries Palani, who trusts her unwaveringly despite his wife's troubled past. The fishermen in the community believe that a fisherman's safe return home depends on the fidelity of his wife. This saying is put to the test when Karutthamma and Pareekkutty are reunited, while Palani is at sea. A successful novel from India, Chemmeen has been widely acclaimed for its tale of love and longing. Anita Nair's translation brings this story to a new audience, offering a fresh perspective on a story of love and devotion.