Farrell, J.G.
The Siege Of Krishnapur: Winner of the Booker Prize (W&N Essentials)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781474613965
- author:
- Farrell, J.G.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Weidenfeld & Nicolson
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, General, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Siege of Krishnapur is a gripping novel set in the remote town of Krishnapur, India, in the spring of 1857. As the British community retreats into the Residency, they prepare to fight for their lives against the sepoys who have risen in revolt. With food and ammunition running low, the Residency's defences are battered by shot and shell, and the town becomes increasingly vulnerable. Farrell masterfully weaves together suspense, subtlety, humour, and horror, exploring fundamental questions of civilisation and life. The novel is a testament to the author's technical virtuosity and imaginative insight, combining divergent elements to create a work of outstanding quality. A fascinating and detailed novel, The Siege of Krishnapur is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in historical fiction and the complexities of human nature.
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