Discover a Booker Prize-winning novel that masterfully blends sharp wit with profound human insight. This literary fiction gem follows two old friends, a disillusioned BBC worker and a renowned philosopher, as they grapple with loss, identity, and the search for belonging. An unexpected event triggers a journey through aging, love, and the wisdom of life, all rendered with Jacobson’s signature unflinching humour and poignancy. A must-read for discerning readers in India seeking compelling British literature and stories that probe the depths of the human condition.