Interpreter of Maladies
In 'Interpreter of Maladies,' Jhumpa Lahiri weaves a tapestry of human connection and cultural estrangement through the lives of Indian-American characters. Each story unfolds a unique struggle with identity, love, and communication, revealing the profound impact of immigration and displacement. From a troubled marriage to the complexities of an unexpected bond, Lahiri captures the nuances of everyday lives with poignant clarity. Her prose invites readers to explore the delicate balance between longing and belonging. This Pulitzer Prize-winning collection promises to resonate long after the last page is turned, leaving you pondering the nature of relationships.
By Jhumpa Lahiri
Published: 2019
"'You are the keeper of my secrets, and I am the keeper of yours.'"
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With a new Introduction Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for fiction, this stunning debut collection unerring charts the emotional journeys of characters seeking love beyond the barriers of nations and generations. In stories that travel from India to America and back again, Lahiri speaks with universal eloquence to everyone who has ever felt like a foreigner.
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Jhumpa Lahiri
Jhumpa Lahiri is an acclaimed American author known for her poignant explorations of the immigrant experience, identity, and belonging. Born in London to Bengali Indian parents and raised in South Carolina, her multicultural background deeply influences her writing. Lahiri's notable works include the Pulitzer Prize-winning collection 'Interpreter of Maladies,' the bestselling novel 'The Namesake,' and 'The Lowland,' among others. Her writing is characterized by its lyrical prose, keen observations, and emotional depth, capturing the complexities of her characters' lives as they navigate dual cultures.
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- Authors
- Jhumpa Lahiri
- Published
- October 2019
- Publisher
- Mariner Books
- ISBN
- 0358213266
- Language
- English
- Pages
- 208
- Genres
- Short StoriesContemporary FictionLiterature
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