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Set in a small Indian village, the narrative follows a peasant woman reflecting on her life as a child bride, farmer's wife, and devoted mother. Her journey is marked by struggles against poverty, disaster, and societal changes, showcasing her resilience and love for her family. This poignant story highlights the challenges faced by women in rural India, making it a powerful exploration of human endurance. Markandaya's debut novel, originally published in 1954, gained acclaim as a bestseller and was recognized by the American Library Association.
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Nectar in a Sieve, Kamala Markandaya
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- Nectar in a Sieve
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Kamala Markandaya
- Publisher
- Print on Demand
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 104
- ISBN13
- 9781774641811
- Category
- Fiction, Poetry, Motherhood and Parenthood
- Description
- Set in a small Indian village, the narrative follows a peasant woman reflecting on her life as a child bride, farmer's wife, and devoted mother. Her journey is marked by struggles against poverty, disaster, and societal changes, showcasing her resilience and love for her family. This poignant story highlights the challenges faced by women in rural India, making it a powerful exploration of human endurance. Markandaya's debut novel, originally published in 1954, gained acclaim as a bestseller and was recognized by the American Library Association.