Manju Kapur
Difficult Daughters
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571260645
- author:
- Manju Kapur
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.6 x 2.2 cm
- Genre:
- Books
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Difficult Daughters by Manju Kapur is a thought-provoking novel set against the backdrop of Partition. The story follows Virmati, a young woman torn between her desire for education and the allure of illicit love. Her decision to pursue a relationship with a married man has far-reaching consequences, creating divisions that cannot be easily bridged. As Virmati navigates this complex situation, she must confront the societal expectations placed upon her and the limitations imposed by the circumstances of her time. The novel is a powerful exploration of the human experience, delving into themes of love, family, and identity. With absorbing intelligence and sympathy, Kapur brings to life a character whose struggles are both deeply personal and universally relatable.
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