FASTING, FEASTING - ANITA DESAI

Enter the world of deep family relationships and cultural contrasts in Anita Desai's novel. This moving, funny, and thought-provoking book takes the reader on a journey between India and America, showing how different cultures satisfy human needs. Discover how food, both literal and metaphorical, becomes a symbol of hunger and satiety in the lives of the characters.

• Insightful look at family relationships in different cultures
• Moving story about the search for identity and acceptance
• Funny and reflective look at modern society
• Universal themes about emotional and spiritual hunger
• Beautifully written prose that captivates from the first page
• Ideal reading for lovers of Indian and American literature
• Inspiring story about overcoming difficulties and finding happiness

Anita Desai, one of the most outstanding Indian writers, masterfully combines elements of humor and drama in her novel "Fasting, Feasting," creating an unforgettable story about family, culture, and the search for the meaning of life. Her books are valued for the psychological depth of the characters, the rich descriptions of the landscapes, and the insightful social observations. Desai is the winner of many prestigious literary awards, and her work has been translated into many languages.

This novel shows how in an Indian family, children are fed with excessive care and interference in every sphere of life, while in America, a young woman feels emotional hunger and falls into bulimia. The character connecting both parts of the novel is Arun, a Hindu who came to America to study. His experiences allow the reader to look at both cultures from different perspectives and understand how different the ways of satisfying human needs are.

"Fasting, Feasting" is not only a story about food, but above all about interpersonal relationships, about the search for identity, and about how culture affects our lives. It is a book that makes you think and stays in your memory long after reading. Ideal for those who appreciate beautiful literature and want to better understand the world.

Dialog Wydawnictwo Akademickie presents this unique novel in an elegant paperback cover, with 236 pages. It is the perfect gift for any literature lover who is looking for a book that moves, entertains, and makes you think.