About the Author
Amitav Ghosh
ISBN 9789373073439
Rs. 1,278
Fourth Estate
Ghost-Eye
Who it's for: Readers interested in literary fiction with reincarnation and family drama
In “Ghost-Eye,” the boundaries between past and present blur as a young girl named Varsha Gupta claims to remember a past life where she lived as a fisherman’s daughter. Her strict vegetarian family in Calcutta is baffled by her cravings for fish, prompting them to seek the help of Dr. Shoma Bose, a psychiatrist specializing in reincarnation cases. Varsha’s story not only challenges Shoma’s beliefs but also sets off a chain of events that span decades, involving environmental activists and uncovering hidden memories. This novel weaves a tale of family, destiny, and the interconnectedness of our world. Why You Should Read? Explores the intriguing concept of reincarnation and its impact on personal identity. Offers a rich narrative that traverses time and place, from 1960s Calcutta to modern-day Brooklyn. Delves into themes of family, fate, and environmental consciousness. Engages readers with its thought-provoking exploration of our fragile planet.
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- Explores reincarnation and its impact on identity
- Set across 1960s Calcutta and modern-day Brooklyn
- Involves environmental activists and hidden memories
- Features a psychiatrist specializing in reincarnation cases
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What is the main premise of Ghost-Eye?
A young girl named Varsha Gupta claims to remember a past life as a fisherman's daughter, which challenges her vegetarian family and leads to a psychiatrist's involvement.
Who is Dr. Shoma Bose?
She is a psychiatrist specializing in reincarnation cases who is sought by Varsha's family to help understand Varsha's claims.
What themes does the novel explore?
The novel explores themes of reincarnation, identity, family, destiny, and environmental consciousness.
Where does the story take place?
The story spans from 1960s Calcutta to modern-day Brooklyn, involving environmental activists and hidden memories.




