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The narrative follows Newton Francis Xavier, a complex character embodying the life of a troubled artist as he prepares for a final exhibition in India. At sixty-six, he reflects on his past as a poet, painter, and seducer while embarking on a tumultuous journey back home with his muse, 'Goody.' Along the way, they encounter a vibrant cast of figures from the art scene, each revealing profound insights into love, madness, and the creative process. The story intricately weaves themes of art, addiction, and existential exploration.
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The Book Of Chocolate Saints, Jeet Thayil
- Language
- Released
- 2017
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- Title
- The Book Of Chocolate Saints
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jeet Thayil
- Publisher
- Aleph Book Company
- Released
- 2017
- Format
- Hardcover with dust jacket
- Pages
- 512
- ISBN13
- 9789386021038
- Description
- The narrative follows Newton Francis Xavier, a complex character embodying the life of a troubled artist as he prepares for a final exhibition in India. At sixty-six, he reflects on his past as a poet, painter, and seducer while embarking on a tumultuous journey back home with his muse, 'Goody.' Along the way, they encounter a vibrant cast of figures from the art scene, each revealing profound insights into love, madness, and the creative process. The story intricately weaves themes of art, addiction, and existential exploration.