Non-Fiction
Verdict: It's difficult but read it.
I'll admit, I picked this up because it was recommended. That and I absolutely adore Amitav Ghosh's writing.
This was a different bowl of fish from his usual novels. It's a collection of nonfiction essays on various topics he has written.
I will say this for Amitav Ghosh: He is a very intelligent man. The topics chosen for this compilation were of varied subjects and all delved deep into the subject he was holding forth on. None had an obvious point, but were so rich in details and culturally significant points. I loved it.
It does get a little difficult to read at points as the details compile quickly and if you don't have an interest, it's dull. A few essays repeated information as well. This being said, it is a learning experience, especially for those interested in cultural foiables.
Read it!
Becky
Verdict: It's difficult but read it.
I'll admit, I picked this up because it was recommended. That and I absolutely adore Amitav Ghosh's writing.
This was a different bowl of fish from his usual novels. It's a collection of nonfiction essays on various topics he has written.
I will say this for Amitav Ghosh: He is a very intelligent man. The topics chosen for this compilation were of varied subjects and all delved deep into the subject he was holding forth on. None had an obvious point, but were so rich in details and culturally significant points. I loved it.
It does get a little difficult to read at points as the details compile quickly and if you don't have an interest, it's dull. A few essays repeated information as well. This being said, it is a learning experience, especially for those interested in cultural foiables.
Read it!
Becky
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