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The Seven Moons Of Maali Almeida,Used
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An Instant National Bestseller One of The New York Times 100 Notable Books of 2022 An NPR Book We Loved in 2022 Named a Best Fiction book of 2022 by the Washington Post, Times (UK), Financial Times, and The Guardian.Winner of the 2022 Booker Prize, The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida is a searing satire set amid the mayhem of the Sri Lankan civil war.Colombo, 1990. Maali Almeidawar photographer, gambler, and closet queenhas woken up dead in what seems like a celestial visa office. His dismembered body is sinking in the serene Beira Lake and he has no idea who killed him. In a country where scores are settled by death squads, suicide bombers, and hired goons, the list of suspects is depressingly long, as the ghouls and ghosts with grudges who cluster round can attest. But even in the afterlife, time is running out for Maali. He has seven moons to contact the man and woman he loves most and lead them to the photos that will rock Sri Lanka.Ten years after his prizewinning novel Chinaman established him as one of Sri Lankas foremost authors, Shehan Karunatilaka is back with a thrilling satire (Economist) and riproaring stateofthenation epic that offers equal parts mordant wit and disturbing, profound truths.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the genre of 'The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida'? A: 'The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida' is categorized as a satire, exploring the complexities and absurdities of life during the Sri Lankan civil war.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is written by Shehan Karunatilaka, a prominent Sri Lankan author known for his previous work, 'Chinaman'.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: 'The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida' was published on November 1, 2022.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 400 pages.
- Q: Is 'The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida' available in different formats? A: Currently, the book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida'? A: The book addresses themes of war, identity, love, and the afterlife, all framed within a satirical narrative.
- Q: Has 'The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida' received any awards? A: Yes, it won the 2022 Booker Prize and was recognized as a notable book by various organizations including the New York Times.
- Q: Who is the main character in the story? A: The main character is Maali Almeida, a war photographer who finds himself navigating the afterlife after being murdered.
- Q: Is there any significant historical context in the book? A: Yes, the story is set against the backdrop of the Sri Lankan civil war, providing a critical perspective on the historical events.
- Q: What kind of writing style should readers expect from this book? A: Readers can expect a writing style that combines mordant wit with profound truths, characteristic of Karunatilaka's storytelling.