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Mohsin Hamid
ISBN 9780143442547
Rs. 478
Penguin India
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Who it's for: Readers of contemporary literary fiction and migration stories
In a city on the brink of war, Saeed and Nadia find solace and love amidst escalating violence. They discover mysterious doors that offer an escape, transporting them to various parts of the world, from crowded refugee camps in Greece to the bustling streets of London and the United States. Mohsin Hamid masterfully blends magical realism with a poignant and timely exploration of migration, displacement, and the universal human quest for safety, belonging, and a place to call home.Why You Should Read? Explores profound themes of love, survival, and displacement against a backdrop of global conflict and the modern refugee crisis. Seamlessly integrates magical realism to offer a unique and thought-provoking perspective on human resilience. Provides sharp social commentary on contemporary issues while maintaining a deeply personal and emotional narrative. A critically acclaimed work of contemporary literary fiction, recognized for its powerful storytelling and relevant themes. About the AuthorMohsin Hamid is a Pakistani-British novelist whose works often explore themes of migration, globalization, and identity. His novels have been shortlisted for the Booker Prize and widely translated. Hamid's writing is celebrated for its lyrical prose and its ability to tackle complex social and political issues through compelling personal narratives.
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- Blends magical realism with a contemporary migration narrative
- Follows Saeed and Nadia from a war-torn city to Greece, London, and the US
- Explores themes of love, survival, and displacement
- Offers social commentary on the modern refugee crisis
- Critically acclaimed literary fiction by Mohsin Hamid
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What is the book about?
It follows Saeed and Nadia, who fall in love in a city on the brink of war. They escape through mysterious doors that transport them to various parts of the world, including refugee camps in Greece and cities in the UK and US.
Does the book use magical realism?
Yes, the mysterious doors are a magical element that enables the characters' escape, blending fantastical elements with a realistic portrayal of migration and displacement.
What themes does the book explore?
It explores themes of love, survival, displacement, and the universal human quest for safety, belonging, and a place to call home, set against global conflict and the modern refugee crisis.
Who is the author?
Mohsin Hamid is a Pakistani-British novelist known for exploring themes of migration, globalization, and identity. His works have been shortlisted for the Booker Prize and widely translated.



