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The Glass Palace by Amitav Ghosh

The Glass Palace by Amitav Ghosh

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The Glass Palace by Amitav Ghosh is a sweeping historical novel that traces the intertwined lives of individuals across Burma, India, and Malaya over a span of more than a century, beginning with the British invasion of Mandalay in 1885. At its heart is the story of Rajkumar, an orphaned Indian boy who rises from poverty to become a wealthy teak merchant. His fate becomes entwined with Dolly, a maid of the exiled Burmese royal family. As their lives unfold against the backdrop of colonial rule, war, and shifting political landscapes, Ghosh explores themes of displacement, identity, empire, and the human costs of history. Rich in detail and emotion, The Glass Palace captures both the grandeur and turmoil of South and Southeast Asia’s colonial past, blending personal destinies with broader historical forces.

About The Author:


Amitav Ghosh is an acclaimed Indian author and academic known for his richly detailed historical fiction that blends meticulous research with lyrical storytelling. Born in Calcutta in 1956, Ghosh was educated in India and the UK, earning a PhD in social anthropology from the University of Oxford. His works often explore themes of colonialism, migration, identity, and climate change, with notable titles including The Shadow Lines, The Calcutta Chromosome, Sea of Poppies, and The Glass Palace. Ghosh's writing spans continents and centuries, drawing readers into the cultural and political complexities of South and Southeast Asia. He has received numerous awards, including the Jnanpith Award—India’s highest literary honor—and has been shortlisted for the Booker Prize. Through both fiction and non-fiction, Ghosh has established himself as one of the most important literary voices of the postcolonial world.

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