FINALIST FOR THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD 2016When brothers Tushar and Nakul Khurana, two Delhi schoolboys, go to pick up their family’s television set at a repair shop with their friend Mansoor Ahmed one day in 1996, disaster strikes without warning. A bomb—one of the many “small” bombs that go off seemingly unheralded across the world—detonates in the Delhi marketplace, instantly claiming the lives of the Khurana boys to the devastation of their parents. Mansoor survives, bearing the physical and psychological effects of the bomb. After a brief stint at university in America, Mansoor returns to Delhi, where his life becomes entangled with the mysterious and charismatic Ayub, a fearless young activist whose own allegiances and beliefs are more malleable than Mansoor could imagine. Woven among the story of the Khuranas and the Ahmeds is the tale of Shockie, a Kashmiri bomb maker who has forsaken his own life for the independence of his homeland.
Karan Mahajan Book order (chronological)
Karan Mahajan's writing explores the complex dynamics of society and the human condition with a sharp, insightful voice. His narratives delve into significant themes, reflecting a deep engagement with the world around him. Through his distinct literary approach, Mahajan crafts compelling stories that resonate with readers, offering profound observations on life and its intricate challenges. His work is characterized by its intellectual rigor and emotional depth, making him a noteworthy voice in contemporary literature.
Elefanti: La moglie sbagliata
- 234 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Un romanzo divertente e turbolento su una famiglia caotica a Nuova Delhi. Karan Mahajan racconta una storia di famiglia altamente intrattenente dal punto di vista di padre e figlio. Il padre affronta ogni ingiustizia familiare e politica, rendendosi conto che alcuni segreti del passato devono emergere. Il figlio intraprende un viaggio irregolare verso l'età adulta, mentre la madre, sempre incinta, e dodici fratelli di tutte le età si muovono nel delizioso e caotico universo degli Ahuja. Oltre al consueto delirio familiare, Mahajan offre uno sguardo umoristico e pungente su Delhi, un luogo in cui si intrecciano tradizione e modernità, tensioni religiose e soap opera di Bollywood, rickshaw e autostrade digitali.