Samrat Upadhyay Reihenfolge der Bücher

Set in the dystopian landscape of Darkmotherland, a reimagined Nepal, the narrative intertwines the lives of Kranti, a revolutionary's daughter entangled in a powerful family's politics, and Rosy, a concubine of a tyrant who transforms into a formidable force. The story explores themes of love, identity, and political violence, showcasing a diverse cast that includes lovers, widows, and a genderqueer character vying for power. Through these characters, the novel examines the intersection of personal ambitions and political realities in a globalized world.

Intersecting cultures and personal struggles define this collection, showcasing the lives of diverse characters facing societal challenges. Journalists in Kathmandu confront government oppression, while a Nepali student in America becomes embroiled in civil unrest. A white American woman reinvents herself in Nepal, and a rich youth grapples with his misguided notions of poverty. The title story highlights a powerful construction company owner who transforms into a political prisoner, revealing the complexities of her world and psyche through stark, unflinching prose.

This book helps in understanding the threats that arise to India due to closeness of China & Pakistan and provides options for India to counter the China-Pakistan Nexus without hurting the growing Indo China economic relations.

Renowned for his poignant storytelling, the author has drawn comparisons to literary greats like Chekhov and Jhumpa Lahiri. His work has received acclaim from notable figures such as Amitav Ghosh and Suketu Mehta, highlighting his unique voice and perspective. Through rich narratives, he explores themes of identity, culture, and the human experience, making his writing both relatable and profound.

Jak silné dokáže být pouto milostné lásky? Dokáže překonat lásku mateřskou? Buddhovi sirotci líčí osudy osiřelého Radži a dívky Nilu z bohaté rodiny. Jejich cesty se na krátký okamžik protnou již v dětství, ale necitelným odtržením Radži od opatrovnice Kaki se na řadu dlouhých let opět rozejdou. Přesto se dívce v přelidněném Káthmándú podaří Radžu najít. Silný vztah, které se mezi dvojicí vytvoří, jim pomůže překonat překážky na cestě životem. Do osudů milenců se promítají rodinné vztahy, ať už jde o Niluinu věčně opilou matku Muwu či Radžovu vyšinutou adoptivní matku Jamunu. Svou roli v jejich životech sehrává také minulost, která je chtě nechtě poznamenala. Nesmírně poutavý příběh zpestřují nepálské výrazy, jež dodávají knize punc originality, svěžest a vtahují čtenáře do exotického prostředí.

Set against the backdrop of Nepal's violent Maoist insurgencies, characters navigate their inner desires amidst societal pressures, including familial obligations, an oppressive caste system, and arranged marriages. Through emotional storytelling, they seek connection and peace, often discovering it unexpectedly in their immediate surroundings. The narratives provide a profound exploration of Kathmandu during a time of political turmoil and cultural change, highlighting the impact of these events on individual lives and consciousness.

The Royal Ghost features characters trying to reconcile their true desires with the forces at work in Nepali society. Against the backdrop of the violent Maoist insurgencies that have claimed thousands of lives, these characters struggle with their duties to their aging parents, an oppressive caste system, and the complexities of arranged marriage. In the end, they manage to find peace and connection, often where they least expect it-with the people directly in front of them. These stories brilliantly examine not only Kathmandu during a time of political crisis and cultural transformation but also the effects of that city on the individual consciousness.

Platz 1 der 'Weltempfänger'- Bestenliste 6/2010 von litprom 'Dünn wie ein Straßenkind war sie und trug einen ausgeblichenen Kurta-Suruwal. Sie stand in der Tür zu Ramchandras Schlafzimmer, wo er seine Nachhilfeschüler unterrichtete. ›Ich bin sehr schlecht in Mathe, Sir‹, sagte sie, und er bedeutete ihr mit einer Handbewegung, daß sie sich neben ihn auf ein Kissen auf dem Boden setzen solle. …' Der redliche Mathematiklehrer Ramchandra spart seit Jahren eisern auf ein Eigenheim in der nepalischen Hauptstadt Kathmandu. Trotzdem bleibt der Aufstieg in die obere Mittelschicht für seine Familie ein ferner Traum. Seine reichen Schwiegereltern quittieren dieses Versagen mit respektloser Mäkelei. Als Ramchandra in eine Affäre mit einer Schülerin stolpert, zieht seine Frau Goma mit den Kindern zurück zu ihren Eltern und schweigt. Hin- und hergerissen zwischen der jungen Geliebten und seiner Familie streift Ramchandra durch die politisch brodelnden Straßen Kathmandus. Er trinkt, wird von der Polizei aufgegriffen. Sein ganzes Leben droht einzustürzen. Da macht ihm Goma einen unmoralischen Vorschlag. Der Liebesguru ist eine leidenschaftliche Dreiecksgeschichte, die Samrat Upadhyay mit meisterhafter Zurückhaltung erzählt, ein persönliches Drama vor dem Hintergrund von Nepals erster demokratischer Revolution.

From the first Nepali author writing in English to be published in the West, Arresting God in Kathmandu brilliantly explores the nature of desire and spirituality in changing society. With the assurance and unsentimental wisdom of a long-established writer, Upadhyay records the echoes of modernisation throughout love and family. Psychologically rich and astonishingly acute, Arresting God in Kathmandu introduces a potent new voice in contemporary fiction.About the author- Samrat Upadhyay was born and raised in Kathmandu and came to the United States at age twenty-one. His work has appeared in The Best American Short Stories and The Best of the Fiction Workshops. He lives with his wife and daughter near Cleveland, where he teaches at Baldwin-Wallace College.