Description
- ISBN-13: 9789354898877
- Publisher: Fourth Estate India
- Binding: Hardcover
- Language: English
- Width: 254 mm
- ISBN-10: 9354898874
- Publisher Date: 12 May 2022
- Height: 47 mm
- No of Pages: 48
Availability: In Stock
The Living Mountain
SKU: 9789354898877
Original price was: ₹399.00.₹299.25Current price is: ₹299.25.
In “The Living Mountain” (ISBN: 9789354898877), Amitav Ghosh delivers a powerful fable about the exploitation of nature. Mahaparbat, a living mountain, shelters indigenous people until the Anthropoi arrive, seeking only profit. Their actions lead to devastating consequences. This cautionary tale resonates deeply in our time of pandemics and climate change, reminding us of humanity’s destructive relationship with nature. Experience Ghosh’s timely masterpiece and confront the urgent need for change.
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Bhavuk Pareyani –
I liked the message, but not the delivery. It seemed a bit dull for my taste. Did not pull me in like a good story should.
Ashish Verma –
A powerful and timely fable. Ghosh’s writing is superb, and the message is urgent. Highly recommended.
Rushali Arya –
A thought-provoking read. Ghosh’s fable is relevant, but I found the characters a bit underdeveloped. Still worth reading for its message.
Sonika Vashisht –
A thought-provoking read. The fable is well-written and the message is clear. Recommended.
Sachin Sanjay Kakad –
It was an ok book. The message about the environment was not very unique. It seemed like i have seen it a million times already.
Debashish Das –
I appreciated the message, but the story didn’t quite resonate with me. A bit too didactic for my taste.
Anukaran Sahu –
I enjoyed the fable and its message, but the ending felt a bit abrupt. Overall, a worthwhile read.
Tanya Chaturvedi –
An interesting take on environmental issues. The story is engaging, but the characters could have been more developed.
Madhurima Purkait –
A must-read for anyone concerned about climate change. Ghosh’s writing is evocative and powerful.
Aastha Moona –
The plot was intriguing, the characters were well-developed, and the themes were timely. A truly worthwhile read.
Ashish Kumar –
A timely and important book. The writing is superb, and the message is clear. Highly recommended!
Deepali Chouhan –
A powerful message about environmental destruction. The story is engaging, but felt a bit preachy at times. Overall, a good book.
Devansh Agrawal –
The environmental message of ‘The Living Mountain’ is very critical. The ending was satisfying and all loose ends are tied.
Pushkar Kumar –
A compelling fable with a clear warning. The writing is beautiful, but I wished for a more nuanced exploration of the issues.
Gaurang Gupta –
Ghosh’s cautionary tale is very impactful and very relevant to today’s issues. It does feel like there are other underlying messages.
Anant Kumar Singh –
The story is interesting, but I found it a bit simplistic at times. Still, a good reminder of our impact on the planet.
Viraat Singh –
Beautifully written and thought-provoking! The characters were relatable and the story kept me engaged from beginning to end.
Pooja Sharma –
Ghosh’s writing is beautiful, and the story is engaging. A powerful message about environmentalism.
Vaibhav Anand –
Important message about the environment! However, the narrative felt rushed, leaving me wanting more detail and depth.
Umang Agrawal –
Ghosh’s writing is beautiful, but the story felt a bit slow-paced. The message is important, though.
Shikal –
Ghosh delivers a crucial message with elegance. The narrative gripped me, though it felt a tad short. Still a powerful read!