In Custody
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In Custody

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SKU: 9788184000139

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Journey with Deven, a Hindi lecturer, as he encounters Nur, India’s greatest Urdu poet, in Anita Desai’s “In Custody.” This poignant novel explores their unusual alliance, the clash between tradition and modernity, and the complexities of human relationships. ISBN: 9788184000139

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  • ISBN-13: 9788184000139
  • Publisher: Vintage
  • Publisher Imprint: Vintage Books
  • Language: ENGLISH
  • ISBN-10: 8184000138
  • Publisher Date: 09/2012
  • Binding: PAPERBACK
  • No of Pages: 248

18 reviews for In Custody

  1. Sushant –

    A beautiful exploration of language and culture. The characters are flawed but relatable. I enjoyed it!

  2. Sagnik Chakravarty –

    A gem of a novel! It provides a profound commentary on society. Brilliantly written!

  3. Himanshu Shekhar –

    While the writing is good, the plot felt too meandering. I had a hard time staying invested.

  4. Arin Jain –

    Desai’s writing is elegant, but I struggled to connect with the protagonist. The plot was thin, and the ending felt unresolved.

  5. Prakhar Sharma –

    I appreciated the themes explored in ‘In Custody,’ but I found the pacing to be uneven.

  6. Gaurang Gupta –

    This book is beautifully written. The characters and setting come alive.

  7. Prisha Garg –

    A good book overall. The characters are complex, but the plot could be better.

  8. Shivam Prakash Suryawanshi –

    It was an okay reading experience. I enjoyed some aspects of the plot, but it felt too slow overall.

  9. Abirbhav Bhaumik –

    The book was okay, but I wasn’t blown away. The characters were interesting, but the story dragged on a bit.

  10. Abhishek Dadhwal –

    I wanted to love this book, but I found it to be slow and dull. The ending was anticlimactic.

  11. Archana Venkatasubramanian –

    I found ‘In Custody’ to be a thought-provoking read. It made me consider the importance of preserving cultural heritage.

  12. Mohit Raghuwanshi –

    A moving story of friendship and loss. Desai’s writing is exquisite, and the characters are beautifully drawn.

  13. Samanwita Das –

    I really loved this book and thought it was beautifully written!

  14. Anushka Chaudhary –

    A wonderful book! The themes of tradition, modernity, and friendship are explored beautifully.

  15. Shirish Saxena –

    I was captivated by the characters and the setting. The book offers a glimpse into a world I knew little about. Highly recommended!

  16. Shaan Sundar R –

    A powerful story of cultural preservation and human connection. Highly recommended!

  17. Vansh Suri –

    I was disappointed with this book. I found it boring and difficult to read.

  18. Roshan Kumar Yadav –

    A bittersweet tale of two men and their shared love for Urdu poetry. Desai’s prose is beautiful, but the story felt a bit slow at times.

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