Amit Chaudhuri Books

Making it as a lawyer has always been a cutthroat business. But now that a sadistic serial killer is on the loose the consequences could prove deadly… A killer is targeting former students of The Bloomsbury Academy of Law. The victims – all female – are gruesomely butchered according to a pattern corresponding with the legal syllabus. Even more disconcerting are riddles sent by the killer to investigating officer, Chief Inspector Jake Carver, offering clues as to who is next and where they will die. Up-and-coming lawyer Madeline Kramer, a former classmate of a number of the slain, soon finds her life turned upside down by the savagery. And when she decides to help Carver track down the killer, she places herself in mortal danger. Can Maddy unscramble the complex riddles, save her own life and those of others destined to die? A. A. Chaudhuri’s Ripper-like mystery The Scribe throws down a challenge even hardened crime thriller fans will be unable to resist.

A stunning collection of short stories from the author of Sojourn and Friend of My Youth.

From the author of Sojourn and Friend of My Youth, a novel that goes straight to the heart of a family, in all their hopes, desires and regrets.

From the author of Sojourn and Friend of My Youth, acollected novel in three parts and tender ode to quotidianlife and family loyalties

Exploring modern Indian identity through personal experiences, the essays delve into the complexities of secularism, nationalism, and globalization. Chaudhuri examines cultural intersections in cities like Paris, Bombay, and New York, addressing themes such as popular and high culture, cinema, and the everyday aspects of creativity. His insightful analysis spans various topics, including politics, race, and the influences of both Indian and Western traditions, showcasing the multifaceted nature of contemporary Indian life and its historical context.

Through a deeply personal lens, Amit Chaudhuri explores his two-year journey in Calcutta, the city of his birth, capturing its unique essence amid globalization. The narrative weaves together encounters with diverse residents, from the homeless to the elite, while vividly describing the city's architecture, cuisine, and sensory experiences. Combining memoir, reportage, and history, Chaudhuri reveals his profound connection to Calcutta, showcasing its vibrant streets and complex socio-political landscape with striking clarity and emotional depth.

Winner of the Betty Trask Award and Commonwealth Writers' Prize for Best First Book

A collection of stories set in contemporary India.

Amit Chaudhuri's new collection of poems makes a fresh, spiritual accommodation with the world. The poems often take their themes from sweets named and eaten, meals remembered, and matches these with meditations on culture, people, time and identity that slowly unfold as much in the mouth as in the mind.

A reflection on the recurring themes and connections that shape our existence.