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Swami and Friends (Phoenix Fiction),Used
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"There are writersTolstoy and Henry James to name twowhom we hold in awe, writersTurgenev and Chekhovfor whom we feel a personal affection, other writers whom we respectConrad for examplebut who hold us at a long arm's length with their 'courtly foreign grace.' Narayan (whom I don't hesitate to name in such a context) more than any of them wakes in me a spring of gratitude, for he has offered me a second home. Without him I could never have known what it is like to be Indian."Graham GreeneOffering rare insight into the complexities of Indian middleclass society, R. K. Narayan traces life in the fictional town of Malgudi. The Dark Room is a searching look at a difficult marriage and a woman who eventually rebels against the demands of being a good and obedient wife. In Mr. Sampath, a newspaper man tries to keep his paper afloat in the face of social and economic changes sweeping India. Narayan writes of youth and young adulthood in the semiautobiographical Swami and Friends and The Bachelor of Arts. Although the ordinary tensions of maturing are heightened by the particular circumstances of prepartition India, Narayan provides a universal vision of childhood, early love and grief."The experience of reading one of his novels is . . . comparable to one's first reaction to the great Russian novels: the fresh realization of the common humanity of all peoples, underlain by a simultaneous sense of strangenesslike one's own reflection seen in a green twilight."Margaret Parton, New York Herald Tribune"The novels of R.K. Narayan are the best I have read in any language for a long time. . . . His work gives the conviction that it is possible to capture in English, a language not born of India, the distinctive characteristics of Indian family life."Amit Roy, Daily Telegraph
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Swami and Friends'? A: 'Swami and Friends' primarily explores the themes of childhood, friendship, and the complexities of growing up in Indian society during the pre-partition era.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Swami and Friends'? A: The author of 'Swami and Friends' is R. K. Narayan, a renowned Indian writer known for his contributions to English literature.
- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: 'Swami and Friends' has a total of 190 pages.
- Q: Is 'Swami and Friends' available in paperback? A: Yes, 'Swami and Friends' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: What can I expect in terms of writing style in this book? A: R. K. Narayan's writing style is characterized by simplicity and a deep understanding of human emotions, making the narrative relatable and engaging.
- Q: When was 'Swami and Friends' published? A: 'Swami and Friends' was published on October 1, 1994.
- Q: Is 'Swami and Friends' a standalone book or part of a series? A: 'Swami and Friends' is a standalone novel, although it is part of Narayan's larger body of work set in the fictional town of Malgudi.
- Q: What age group is 'Swami and Friends' suitable for? A: 'Swami and Friends' is suitable for readers of all ages, particularly those interested in coming-of-age stories and cultural insights.
- Q: Does this book include any illustrations? A: 'Swami and Friends' does not typically include illustrations; it is primarily text-based.
- Q: What condition is the book in if it's labeled 'Very Good'? A: A 'Very Good' condition label indicates that the book shows minor signs of wear but is generally clean and well-preserved, suitable for reading.