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Set against the backdrop of rapid urban development in India, the narrative unfolds through the eyes of Rukmani, who recounts her life from her arranged marriage at the age of 12 to tenant farmer Nathan until his death. This poignant tale captures the struggles and resilience of a peasant woman dedicated to her family amidst challenging circumstances. Rukmani's journey is marked by love, sacrifice, and the relentless pursuit of a better life, making it a deeply moving and unforgettable story.
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Nectar in a Sieve, Kamala Markandaya
- Language
- Released
- 2016
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- Title
- Nectar in a Sieve
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Kamala Markandaya
- Publisher
- Martino Fine Books
- Released
- 2016
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 192
- ISBN13
- 9781684220113
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- Set against the backdrop of rapid urban development in India, the narrative unfolds through the eyes of Rukmani, who recounts her life from her arranged marriage at the age of 12 to tenant farmer Nathan until his death. This poignant tale captures the struggles and resilience of a peasant woman dedicated to her family amidst challenging circumstances. Rukmani's journey is marked by love, sacrifice, and the relentless pursuit of a better life, making it a deeply moving and unforgettable story.