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Mansion
Published
2016
Pages
446
Language
English
ISBN
9780143419822
About this book
'A key figure in Hindi literature' Guardian Magnificent in scope and intensely moving, Mansion spans the long years between the fall of the Khalsa regime and the turbulence of the British Raj. Innumerable characters populate these pages: from the wily Diwan Dhanpat Rai to the idealistic Lekhraj; from innocent Rukmo to outspoken Bhagsuddhi. Men and women shape their worlds, lose their grip and footholds, and become adrift in the fierce vortices of unforeseen events. But for the Diwan's mansion itself, each event is only a passing moment in the town's colourful history. Ambitious and elegant, Mansion is a gripping tale about power: its arrogance and spectacle, and the many claimants and renouncers who desire or fear it.
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Mansion is a profound and gripping historical epic, offering timeless insights into power and human resilience amidst societal upheaval. It's a must-read for fans of literary fiction, history buffs, and those interested in the rich tapestry of Hindi literature. Casual readers seeking a light, fast-paced story might find its scope and character density challenging.
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Bhisham Sahni's "Mansion" is a magnificent historical epic spanning the fall of the Khalsa regime to the British Raj. It follows diverse characters navigating turbulent times, losing their grip amidst unforeseen events. The mansion itself stands as a silent witness to the town's evolving history. This gripping tale explores the arrogance and spectacle of power, and how individuals desire or fear it across generations.
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