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An equal music [rare books] By Vikram Seth

An equal music [rare books] By Vikram Seth

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An Equal Music by Vikram Seth is a deeply emotional novel centered on love, music, and loss. The story follows Michael Holme, a professional violinist in a London string quartet, who is still haunted by his past love for Julia McNicholl, a pianist he met during his student days in Vienna. Years after they separated, Michael unexpectedly meets Julia again in London, and their relationship reignites despite the fact that she is now married and gradually losing her hearing. As their bond deepens, they are forced to confront painful truths about love, sacrifice, and the limits of human connection. Set in the world of classical music, the novel beautifully weaves musical detail with emotional intensity, showing how music becomes both a bridge and a barrier in their lives.

About the Author – 

Vikram Seth is an acclaimed Indian writer known for his novels, poetry, travel writing, and essays. Born in 1952, he studied at Oxford and Stanford and has received several major literary awards, including the Padma Shri. Seth is best known for works like A Suitable Boy, The Golden Gate, and An Equal Music. His writing is celebrated for its lyrical style, emotional depth, and detailed realism. He often blends personal experience with fiction, and his deep understanding of music plays an important role in An Equal Music, which is also dedicated to a musician he was once in a long-term relationship with.


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