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Girl Who Ate Books: Adventures in Reading

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Embark on a literary adventure with Nilanjana Roy’s “Girl Who Ate Books.” This captivating collection of essays explores Indian writing in English, from Bankimchandra Chatterjee to Arundhati Roy. Roy’s insightful memoir celebrates the joy of reading and living with books, offering a unique perspective on India’s literary landscape. A must-read for book lovers!

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9789350297117
  • Publisher: Fourth Estate
  • Publisher Imprint: Fourth Estate
  • Height: 211 mm
  • No of Pages: 372
  • Spine Width: 25 mm
  • Width: 140 mm
  • ISBN-10: 9350297116
  • Publisher Date: 18 Oct 2016
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Weight: 317 gr

18 reviews for Girl Who Ate Books: Adventures in Reading

  1. Samriddha Chatterjee

    A bit slow-paced for my liking. While the content was interesting, it didn’t fully capture my attention. Still a decent read.

  2. Ambati Om Sri Harsha

    While the premise was interesting, I found the writing style a bit dry. Some essays were captivating, others less so.

  3. Kratik Gupta

    I appreciated the author’s perspective on Indian literature. However, some of the references were unfamiliar to me.

  4. Adishwar Singh Khurana

    Not a bad read. I thought it would have more adventures, but it was essays. Still, a good look into India’s literacy.

  5. Nishit Prashant Lokhande

    A must-read for anyone interested in Indian literature. Roy’s writing is engaging and thought-provoking. I learned a lot.

  6. Shobhit Nayan

    A delightful exploration of Indian literature! Roy’s passion is infectious. Some essays were stronger than others, but overall a great read.

  7. Rohan Naik

    I enjoyed the author’s perspective on Indian literature, though the book felt a bit academic at times. Still a worthwhile read.

  8. Rishabh Kumar

    This book is a gem! Roy’s writing is both informative and entertaining. I couldn’t put it down. A true celebration of books.

  9. Sufiyan Adam

    Wonderful exploration! Her unique perspective offers so much into indian literacy. Highly recommended!

  10. Parimi Sai Priyatham

    Absolutely loved this book! Roy’s passion for reading is infectious. A must-read for all book lovers. Highly recommend!

  11. Aditya Singh

    A beautifully written collection of essays. Roy’s insights are profound and her passion is contagious. Truly inspiring.

  12. Muhammed Shahjas P

    An okay read. Some essays were insightful, but others felt a bit repetitive. Expected more based on the description.

  13. Aditi Singh

    A delightful and insightful journey through Indian literature. Roy’s writing is engaging and her passion is evident.

  14. Ujjval Verma

    A mixed bag. Some essays were fascinating, while others were a bit dull. Worth a read if you’re interested in the topic.

  15. Rohit

    A wonderful celebration of reading! Roy’s love for books shines through every page. Highly recommend for bookworms.

  16. Chirag S

    I had mixed feelings about this book. Some essays were brilliant, while others felt a bit disjointed. Overall, it was okay.

  17. Prakrit Kohli

    This book is a true celebration of reading! Roy’s love for books shines through every page. I highly recommend it.

  18. Raghav Rathi

    Charming and insightful. A love letter to books and Indian writing. I enjoyed the personal anecdotes. A bit dense at times though.

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