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GHOSH, AMITAV - The Nutmeg's Curse. Parables for a Planet in Crisis.

Title: The Nutmeg's Curse. Parables for a Planet in Crisis.
Description: London: John Murray, 2022. First Paperback Edition; Sixth Impression. Original Decorated Wrappers. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. ; With illustrations. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. ; 19.7 x 13 x 2.4 cms; 339 pages; Amitav Ghosh (born 11 July 1956 in Calcutta) is an acclaimed Indian writer whose richly layered historical novels explore the complex interplay of cultures, colonialism, and migration. He is best known for works such as The Shadow Lines, The Calcutta Chromosome, The Glass Palace, and his celebrated Ibis Trilogy—Sea of Poppies, River of Smoke, and Flood of Fire. With a PhD in social anthropology from Oxford, Ghosh blends meticulous research with imaginative storytelling. His nonfiction work, The Great Derangement, examines the global challenge of climate change, further showcasing his ability to link history with contemporary issues. A recipient of prestigious awards including the Padma Shri and the Jnanpith Award, his work has been translated into multiple languages, cementing his status as one of contemporary literature’s most significant voices.. Very Good- with no dust jacket .

Keywords: Environment

Price: GBP 10.00 = appr. US$ 14.28 Seller: Literary Cat Books
- Book number: LCB62990

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