{"product_id":"chronicle-of-a-corpse-bearer","title":"Chronicle of a Corpse Bearer by Cyrus Mistry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Chronicle of a Corpse Bearer\" by Cyrus Mistry is a novel that tells the story of Phiroze Elchidana, a Parsi corpse bearer who lives in pre-Independence era Bombay. Phiroze, the son of a priest, falls in love with Sepideh, the daughter of a corpse bearer, and marries her despite societal opposition. He becomes a corpse bearer himself, facing ostracism and hardship. The novel explores themes of love, loss, social discrimination, and the struggles of the marginalized Parsi community of corpse bearers, known as khandias. Through Phiroze's narrative, the book sheds light on the intricacies of Parsi culture and traditions, particularly their unique funeral practices where corpses are left to be consumed by vultures in the Towers of Silence. The story also touches on historical events, such as the khandias' strike for better wages and working conditions, inspired by Gandhi's non-cooperation movement.¹ ² ³\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCyrus Mistry\u003c\/strong\u003e is an Indian playwright and author known for his thought-provoking storytelling. Born into a Parsi family, Mistry drew inspiration from his community's traditions and experiences. \"Chronicle of a Corpse Bearer\" is one of his notable works, which won the DSC Prize for South Asian Literature in 2014. Mistry's writing often explores themes of social marginalization, love, and identity, providing a unique perspective on the human condition. His work has been praised for its nuanced portrayal of complex characters and relationships, although some critics note that his characters can feel underdeveloped at times.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":43881306030337,"sku":"2R658V3SX-Used","price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/ChronicleofaCorpseBearer.jpg?v=1658405827","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/chronicle-of-a-corpse-bearer","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}