Devi, Vimala

Monsoon (India List)

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ISBN 13:: 9780857426956
author:: Devi, Vimala
format:: Hardback
publisher:: Seagull Books London Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2020
Pages:: 176
Dimensions:: 20.8 x 13.5 x 1.8 centimetres (0
Genre:: Fiction & Literature, General, ,
Condition:: New
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Monsoon, written by Vimala Devi, is a collection of twelve stories that capture the essence of colonial Goa in the 1960s. Set against the backdrop of a society divided by caste, religion, language, and material privilege, these tales explore the complexities of human experience.

The stories vary in tone, ranging from satirical to desolate, tender, humorous, and dramatic, yet they are united by a common thread - a deeply felt attachment to the land. This poignant and critically nuanced portrayal of a bygone era offers a rare glimpse into a colonial society that was distinct from the British Indian mainstream.

First published in 1963, Monsoon has been re-released with an introduction by Jason Keith Fernandes, providing context and critical insight into this significant work of literary fiction.

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