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Set in a Bombay apartment block, the story revolves around Vishnu, an odd-job man who lies dying on the staircase. As he reflects on his life and a passionate affair with Padmini, the lives of the diverse residents unfold around him, including feuding housewives, lovesick teens, and a grieving widower. This narrative intertwines sharp comedy with elements of Hindu mythology and Bollywood flair, offering a rich and intimate exploration of human connections and the complexities of life and death.
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The Death of Vishnu, Manil Suri
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- Released
- 2018
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- Title
- The Death of Vishnu
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Manil Suri
- Publisher
- Harper Perennial
- Released
- 2018
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 322
- ISBN13
- 9780061467066
- Series
- The Hindu Gods
- Tags
- Fiction, Religious Topics, Philosophical Topics, Love, Contemporary Fiction, Death, Faith, Asia, India, Fear, Loneliness, Poverty, Lies, Customs and Traditions, Indian Literature, Visions, Bombay
- Original title
- The death of Vishnu
- Rating
- 3.65 out of 5
- Description
- Set in a Bombay apartment block, the story revolves around Vishnu, an odd-job man who lies dying on the staircase. As he reflects on his life and a passionate affair with Padmini, the lives of the diverse residents unfold around him, including feuding housewives, lovesick teens, and a grieving widower. This narrative intertwines sharp comedy with elements of Hindu mythology and Bollywood flair, offering a rich and intimate exploration of human connections and the complexities of life and death.