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Download Solution PDFWhich novel of Amithabh Ghosh is written about Burma ?
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WBPSC Miscellaneous Preliminary Exam 2019 Official Paper (Held On: 08 Mar, 2020)
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Option 2 : Glass Palace
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Glass Palace.
Key Points
- "The Glass Palace" by Amitav Ghosh is the novel written about Burma (Myanmar).
- The novel explores the history and politics of Burma during the colonial and post-colonial periods, particularly focusing on the life of its central characters and their experiences.
- It delves into the impact of historical events on the lives of individuals and families in Burma.
- The narrative spans several decades, capturing the socio-political upheavals and cultural changes in the region.
Additional Information
- "Shadow Lines" is another notable novel by Amitav Ghosh, but it focuses on themes of identity and history spanning India, Bangladesh, and England.
- "Hungry Tide" is set in the Sundarbans region of India and explores themes related to environmentalism and human rights.
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