Description
- ISBN-13: 9780143335498
- Publisher: Penguin Books
- Publisher Imprint: Puffin Books
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0143335499
- Publisher Date: 16 Apr 2002
- Binding: Paperback
- Weight: 500 gr
Original price was: ₹299.00.₹254.15Current price is: ₹254.15.
Experience the timeless tale of “Village by the Sea.” In a small fishing village near Bombay, Hari and Lila confront family hardship amidst the changing tides of industrial India. Explore themes of resilience, childhood, and societal transformation in this classic coming-of-age story by Anita Desai. ISBN: 9780143335498
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Ashish Kumar –
The plot was slow to develop. I almost put it down but I’m glad I persisted to the end.
Jaideep Mehra –
Loved the characters and the descriptions of the village! A truly moving experience.
Prasaanth S –
A decent read, but I found it hard to connect with the characters at times.
Divyansh Agarwal –
A good read overall. Touched on important themes, though some parts felt underdeveloped.
Madhurima Purkait –
A bittersweet story, but overall a bit forgettable. I expected more.
Kratik Gupta –
A heartwarming story with complex themes. It’s a good, insightful read!
Hariom Tiwari –
The writing style is wonderful. I was moved by the characters’ struggles and triumphs.
Yuvraj Thakur –
Absolutely beautiful! Desai is a master storyteller. Highly recommended.
Dev Yadav –
This book is a hidden gem. A poignant story that stays with you long after reading.
Bhavya Goel –
A poignant story, though a bit slow-paced for my liking. Explores the struggles of rural life beautifully.
Harsh Yadav –
This book is amazing, a must-read! One of the best books I’ve read recently.
Ishaan Sharma –
Really enjoyed the story, it was insightful! The ending was good but a bit too abrupt.
Atul Kumar Sah –
The book painted a vivid picture of village life. I wish there was a bit more action.
Ayush Raaj –
It’s an engaging story from the start. I really enjoyed the flow and the way of writing.
Manisha Kumari Gobind Prajapati –
It’s a good book to read, but I don’t think I would read it again.
Ayush Manish Gosar –
I was completely captivated by this book. So powerful and beautifully written.
Sourav Kumar Saw –
The setting was well-described, but the story dragged in places. Overall, an okay book.
Swikriti Toppo –
The book had some moments of brilliance. Such a poignant and compelling narrative!
Siddharth Kumar –
An interesting look at rural India, but I wanted more from the ending.
Sanjana Sarraf –
I would recommend, its very thoughtful. A beautiful book that makes you stop and think.
Siddharth Biswas –
A touching story about family and resilience. Some parts were a little depressing, though.
Ritika Sharma –
Desai’s writing is evocative, but the plot felt somewhat predictable. Still a worthwhile read.