“Embark on a captivating journey with Amitav Ghosh’s ‘Sea of Poppies,’ a vibrant tale set amidst the colonial backdrop of 19th-century India. Follow the Ibis’s tumultuous voyage across the Indian Ocean, where a diverse cast of sailors, fugitives, and laborers navigate their intertwined destinies. From impoverished royalty to freed slaves, their lives converge on a remote island, forging a unique lineage. Explore themes of identity, colonialism, and the human spirit. 9780143415008”