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The story follows ten-year-old Sandeep as he navigates the contrasting worlds of Bombay and Calcutta. During summer vacations, he visits his maternal uncle's home in Calcutta, where he encounters a vibrant and distinct lifestyle that shapes his imagination. The narrative delves into family dynamics, the intricacies of Bengali culture, and themes of mortality, highlighting the beauty found in everyday life. Through Sandeep's experiences, the novel explores how different environments influence a child's perception and growth.
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A Strange and Sublime Address, Amit Chaudhuri
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- A Strange and Sublime Address
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Amit Chaudhuri
- Publisher
- New York Review of Books
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 264
- ISBN13
- 9781681378084
- Series
- Rating
- 3.95 out of 5
- Description
- The story follows ten-year-old Sandeep as he navigates the contrasting worlds of Bombay and Calcutta. During summer vacations, he visits his maternal uncle's home in Calcutta, where he encounters a vibrant and distinct lifestyle that shapes his imagination. The narrative delves into family dynamics, the intricacies of Bengali culture, and themes of mortality, highlighting the beauty found in everyday life. Through Sandeep's experiences, the novel explores how different environments influence a child's perception and growth.