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Mentioned in 4 episodes
The God of Small Things
Book • 1997
The novel tells the story of Estha and Rahel, fraternal twins whose lives are shaped by the 'Love Laws' and the societal norms of 1960s Kerala, India.
The story is intertwined with the past and present, exploring the complex family dynamics, the lingering effects of casteism, and the impact of British colonialism.
The narrative is characterized by its non-sequential style, reflecting the process of memory and the resurfacing of painful memories.
The book is a poignant exploration of the loss of innocence, societal injustices, and the universal human tragedy of unfulfilled dreams.
The story is intertwined with the past and present, exploring the complex family dynamics, the lingering effects of casteism, and the impact of British colonialism.
The narrative is characterized by its non-sequential style, reflecting the process of memory and the resurfacing of painful memories.
The book is a poignant exploration of the loss of innocence, societal injustices, and the universal human tragedy of unfulfilled dreams.
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Mentioned in 4 episodes
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