An Elsewhere Place: Boyhood Days in Hazaribagh
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An Elsewhere Place: Boyhood Days in Hazaribagh

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Experience the magic of boyhood in 1950s Hazaribagh with Malay Kumar Roy’s memoir, “An Elsewhere Place.” Relive tranquil landscapes, changing seasons, and unhurried life. From mango-sharing with Englishmen to rescuing injured fox cubs, Roy’s charming prose evokes a time of wonder, friendship, and harmony with nature. Explore a bygone era through the eyes of a young boy at St. Xavier’s School, where Jesuit mentors instilled curiosity and discipline. ISBN: 9789386582737

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9789386582737
  • Publisher: Speaking Tiger Publishing Private Limited
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Width: 139.99972 mm
  • ISBN-10: 9386582732
  • Publisher Date: 10-Oct-17
  • Height: 39.99992 mm
  • No of Pages: 184

20 reviews for An Elsewhere Place: Boyhood Days in Hazaribagh

  1. Aditya Singh –

    Charming and evocative! I loved the descriptions of nature and school life. A bit repetitive at times, but overall a pleasant read.

  2. Akagra Ravi –

    Not something I would usually read, but I am happy that I did. A nice easy to read book.

  3. Shubham Mishra –

    A nostalgic trip! Roy paints a vivid picture of Hazaribagh. Though sometimes slow-paced, the charm outweighs it. Enjoyable!

  4. Siddhant –

    Beautifully written! I enjoyed the author’s reflections on his childhood. A truly captivating book!

  5. Dev Kumar Gupta –

    Lovely stories about childhood and nature! Soothing to read. The memories feel very real.

  6. Akshit Gulati –

    A charming read. The anecdotes about St. Xavier’s and his teachers were very interesting.

  7. Robin Bohat –

    This was a great read. It has the ability to take back to my own childhood. Nice book!

  8. Himangi Jain –

    A sweet memoir. I enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and the author’s innocent perspective. A welcome escape.

  9. Alakananda Chatterjee –

    Enjoyed this look back at childhood. It evoked my own childhood memories. Quite a nice book!

  10. Sweta Yadav –

    A great walk down memory lane. It really took me back to my childhood. Overall, great read.

  11. Vivek Patel –

    This book did not click with me. It was boring and could not keep my interest. It was ok.

  12. Chopperla Naga Bhushanam –

    Roy’s writing is lovely, especially the accounts of wildlife encounters. At times, felt too descriptive, lacking momentum.

  13. Kushagra Khare –

    An okay read. I was hoping for more action, but it was very simple and quite boring for me.

  14. Parvez Khalek –

    Interesting glimpse into s India. Some stories were more compelling than others. Worth reading for the cultural insights.

  15. Samphan Rongchehon –

    An interesting memoir, providing insight into the time. It was not always the most exciting read.

  16. Vishesh Mishra –

    An amazing read. The author’s storytelling abilities are great. I would love to read more from this author.

  17. Ajesh S Nair –

    A delightful memoir, transporting me to a simpler time. The author’s voice is engaging and sincere. Highly recommend!

  18. Vikash Pandey –

    I did not like this book, but I can see why someone would. It was not for me personally.

  19. Muskan Kaushik –

    The story was good, but the writing was a little bit bland and did not keep my attention.

  20. Mohit Verma –

    A slow burn, but ultimately rewarding. The details of daily life in Hazaribagh are fascinating. Could have been shorter.

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