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Experience the poignant world of “The Poorhouse Fair” by Qian Zhongshu (ISBN: 9780141188485). At the Diamond County Home for the Aged, the annual Poorhouse Fair becomes a stage for rebellion. When the festivities disappoint, the residents turn against Conner, the new prefect, challenging his authority and fighting for their dignity. Witness their resilience and defiance as they navigate a changing world, seeking respect and autonomy. Explore themes of community, tradition, and the search for meaning in life’s twilight.
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Dhriti Roy Choudhury –
The theme is about growing old and how it feels. The story wasn’t that engaging.
Rupal Singh –
A touching story with interesting characters. However, I felt the plot was slow and uninteresting.
Dipra Halder –
The book made me think about getting older and what is important. The book felt slow at some point.
Nitanshu Sagar –
The book’s theme is about aging and dignity. It’s insightful. Some parts dragged a bit but good overall.
Amber Chourishi –
Enjoyed this book! It portrays aging in a sensitive way. The book could have been shorter.
Vaibhav Jaiswal –
I loved the quirky characters and the exploration of aging. A very thought-provoking read.
Sarim Ahmad –
It tells story about old age and society. Characters are delightful to read.
Kiran Motilal Rathod –
The book was okay. It explored some interesting ideas, but I didn’t fully connect with the characters.
Atharva Rao –
The book’s characters made the book interesting. It explores themes of community and change.
Ritik Karale –
It made me think about aging in a new way. Found it a little depressing at times, though.
Shambhavi Singh Rajput –
Found the characters relatable and the themes relevant. The pacing felt uneven at times.
Kaustub Ratan Pachoury –
It was well-written and engaging. The plot was not as complex as I thought.
Varnika Mathur –
The themes of community and tradition are very relevant. Some parts were hard to follow.
Nandini –
The book offers insight on society and how it changes. The character felt unrelatable.
Muskan Agarwal –
A thoughtful read. Explores aging and authority with a light touch. Some parts were slow, but overall engaging.
Arshit Singh –
The book characters and their issues are explored beautifully. The start felt slow.
Kamini Bhandari –
The book is an interesting exploration of old age. Not a easy read.
Das Nihar Ranjan Ajay Kumar –
I enjoyed the book. It got me thinking about how society treats elders. I felt indifferent about few characters.
Rahul Raj –
An interesting look at life in a home for the aged. Some parts were slow, and I got little bored.
Mahak –
A surprisingly poignant novel. The ending was a little abrupt, though.
Dharmraj Chaprajbhai Ulava –
A charming story about community and resistance. Some of the symbolism was a bit heavy-handed for my taste.
Nishit Prashant Lokhande –
Explores the clash between generations. A worthwhile read. Some of the philosophical musings felt dense.