Results for "Sunjeev Sahota"

The Year of the Runaways tells of the bold dreams and daily struggles of an unlikely family thrown together by circumstance. Thirteen young men live in a house in Sheffield, each in flight from India and in desperate search of a new life. Tarlochan, a former rickshaw driver, will say nothing about his past in Bihar; and Avtar has a secret that binds him to protect the choatic Randeep. Randeep, in turn, has a visa-wife in a flat on the other side of town: a clever, devout woman whose cupboards are full of her husband's clothes, in case the immigration men surprise her with a call.Sweeping between India and England, and between childhood and the present day, Sunjeev Sahota's generous, unforgettable novel is — as with Rohinton Mistry's A Fine Balance — a story of dignity in the face of adversity and the ultimate triumph of the human spirit.

Sunjeev Sahota's "The Year of the Runaways" paints a vivid picture of the lives of immigrants, providing a narrative that is both poignant and enlightening. Readers looking for a deeper understanding of the immigrant experience, with all its hopes, hardships, and humanity, will find this novel gripping. It's a powerful exploration of the search for a new life and the survival instincts it demands.

Chaat by Sanjeev Kapoor is a must-read for foodies who love to indulge in Indian street food. This cookbook not only contains delicious and easy-to-follow chaat recipes, but also gives an insight into the use of everyday ingredients in making incredible snacks. The aroma of roasted cumin and black salt will make you crave for more!