About the Author
Salman Rushdie
ISBN 9780670090297
Rs. 1,120
Penguin Press
Golden House
Who it's for: Readers of literary fiction and fans of Salman Rushdie
On the day of Barack Obama's inauguration, the enigmatic billionaire Nero Golden arrives in New York's Greenwich Village from Bombay, accompanied by his three adult sons: Petya, Apu, and D. Each son carries their own secrets and complexities, from Petya's agoraphobia and alcoholism to D's hidden past. Their new neighbor, aspiring filmmaker René, observes the powerful family, charting their lives of wealth, art, and fashion, alongside a dramatic unraveling involving sibling rivalry, unexpected metamorphosis, betrayal, murder, and a distant, insidious plot originating in India.Why You Should Read? Explores themes of identity, immigration, and contemporary American society, set against significant political events. Offers a timely narrative reflecting on recent history and cultural shifts, from 9/11 to current days. Showcases Salman Rushdie's signature inventive prose, lush storytelling, and richly detailed world-building. Presents a modern epic weaving together love, loss, reinvention, and political intrigue with daring and panache.
Highlights
- Set against the backdrop of Obama's inauguration and recent political events
- Features Rushdie's signature inventive prose and lush storytelling
- Explores themes of identity, immigration, and contemporary American society
- A modern epic weaving love, loss, reinvention, and political intrigue
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Questions about this book
What is the setting of the novel?
The novel is set in New York's Greenwich Village, beginning on the day of Barack Obama's inauguration.
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Nero Golden, a billionaire, his three sons Petya, Apu, and D, and their neighbor René, an aspiring filmmaker.
What are some central themes?
The novel explores themes of identity, immigration, and contemporary American society, set against significant political events.
Is this a political novel?
Yes, it is categorized under political fiction and satire, and it reflects on recent history and cultural shifts.