Nectar In A Sieve (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163812075)

""Nectar In A Sieve"" is a novel written by Kamala Markandaya that tells the story of a poor Indian family struggling to survive in the midst of social and economic change. The novel is set in rural India during the early 20th century and follows the life of Rukmani, a young girl who is married off to a poor farmer named Nathan. Together, they face numerous challenges including drought, famine, and the encroachment of industrialization on their traditional way of life. As Rukmani and Nathan work hard to provide for their family, they also witness the changing social dynamics of their community. They see the rise of landlords and the exploitation of tenant farmers, as well as the emergence of new technologies and industries that threaten the livelihoods of traditional farmers. Through it all, Rukmani and Nathan remain committed to their family and their way of life, even as they struggle to adapt to the changes around them.The novel explores themes of poverty, resilience, and the clash between tradition and modernity. It also offers a vivid portrait of rural India during a time of great change, and provides a powerful commentary on the social and economic forces that shape the lives of ordinary people. ""Nectar In A Sieve"" is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of India.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Kamala Markandaya
ISBN-10: 1163812072
ISBN-13: 9781163812075
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.76lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.54d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.2
Point Value: 10
Interest Level: Upper Grade
Quiz #/Name: 63414 / Nectar in a Sieve