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The Siege of Krishnapur

by J.G. Farrell
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The Siege of Krishnapur
The Siege of Krishnapur

British colonialism besieged; darkly humorous critique.

If you're fascinated by the complexities of history and enjoy narratives that don't shy away from the darkness while infusing a dry wit, 'The Siege of Krishnapur' might just be the read you're looking for. J.G. Farrell masterfully blends action with intellectual discourse, taking you on a journey that is as entertaining as it is thought-provoking. It's a standout choice for those who appreciate a novel that can balance the gravity of historical conflict with sharp, satirical undertones.

  • Booker Prize (1973)
  • The Best of the Booker Nominee (2008)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Siege of Krishnapur

by J.G. Farrell
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ISBN: 9781474613965
Authors: J.G. Farrell
Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Date of Publication: 2021-08-05
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction
Related Topics: Literature, Classics, Asian Literature, War
Goodreads rating: 3.93
(rated by 8220 readers)

Description

India, 1857--the year of the Great Mutiny, when Muslim soldiers turned in bloody rebellion on their British overlords. This time of convulsion is the subject of J. G. Farrell's The Siege of Krishnapur, widely considered one of the finest British novels of the last fifty years. Farrell's story is set in an isolated Victorian outpost on the subcontinent. Rumors of strife filter in from afar, and yet the members of the colonial community remain confident of their military and, above all, moral superiority. But when they find themselves under actual siege, the true character of their dominion--at once brutal, blundering, and wistful--is soon revealed. The Siege of Krishnapur is a companion to Troubles, about the Easter 1916 rebellion in Ireland, and The Singapore Grip, which takes place just before World War II, as the sun begins to set upon the British Empire. Together these three novels offer an unequaled picture of the follies of empire. Winner of the Booker Prize.
 

British colonialism besieged; darkly humorous critique.

If you're fascinated by the complexities of history and enjoy narratives that don't shy away from the darkness while infusing a dry wit, 'The Siege of Krishnapur' might just be the read you're looking for. J.G. Farrell masterfully blends action with intellectual discourse, taking you on a journey that is as entertaining as it is thought-provoking. It's a standout choice for those who appreciate a novel that can balance the gravity of historical conflict with sharp, satirical undertones.

  • Booker Prize (1973)
  • The Best of the Booker Nominee (2008)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.