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Tamarind History

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SKU: 9780143065616

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Discover the captivating world of “Tamarind History” by Sundara Ramaswamy. This Tamil literary masterpiece explores themes of place, memory, and community in a town transformed by modernization. Follow the lives intertwined with an ancient tamarind tree, witnessing both beauty and damage in a changing world. Translated by Blake Wentworth, this novel is a must-read for those seeking rich storytelling and cultural insight.

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  • ISBN-13: 9780143065616
  • Publisher: Penguin
  • Publisher Imprint: Penguin
  • Language: ENGLISH
  • Weight: 670 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0143065610
  • Publisher Date: Oct. 2013
  • Binding: PAPERBACK
  • No of Pages: 220

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Weight 0.5 kg

23 reviews for Tamarind History

  1. Aman Kumar

    It was okay. Not terrible but not fantastic either.

  2. Devesh Singh

    Not my cup of tea, but well-written.

  3. Aditi

    I did not enjoy the book because it was slow.

  4. Rohan

    A good book overall but has room for improvement.

  5. Vipin Arora

    The tamarind tree is almost a character itself! A captivating read.

  6. Devvrat Upadhyay

    It was beautifully written and translated.

  7. Divyanshi

    A powerful story about tradition versus progress. Some parts were confusing, but overall a great book.

  8. Swastik Kumar Ray

    Ramaswamy’s writing is evocative. Wentworth’s translation is superb, but the pacing felt slow at times.

  9. Devansh Arya

    The translation is excellent. A slow burn, but rewarding in the end.

  10. Pranav Anant Joshi

    The characters are really well-developed and feel like real people.

  11. Jyoti Baghel

    A bit confusing, but I enjoyed the characters.

  12. Rohit Kumar

    Loved the descriptions of the town and its people. A bit depressing overall, but worth reading.

  13. Sanchita Agarwal

    Very thought-provoking. Will stay with me.

  14. Piyush

    Not my usual genre, but I was pleasantly surprised. A well-written and moving story.

  15. Sinjeni Sinha

    An interesting look at cultural change, though I found some of the characters difficult to connect with.

  16. Aditya Singh

    The book evokes lots of emotions. A must-read!

  17. Chopperla Naga Bhushanam

    A complex and nuanced portrayal of a community. A little too slow for my taste.

  18. Simran Khurana

    I found the book very insightful. A great pick for book clubs!

  19. Mohammed Fayiz Rahman M P

    A beautiful, melancholic read. The tamarind tree is a perfect symbol of a fading past.

  20. Suchit Lamba

    Beautifully written, but very sad. Be prepared for some heavy themes.

  21. Kausar Ahamed

    I enjoyed learning about Tamil culture. The ending left me feeling a bit empty.

  22. Rohit Sharma

    The imagery is stunning, and the story is very thought-provoking. Highly recommended!

  23. Amanpreet Singh

    I learned a lot about Tamil culture!

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