BOOK SUMMARY
"The God of Small Things" is the debut novel by Indian author Arundhati Roy, published in 1997. Set in 1960s Kerala, India, the story follows fraternal twins Estha and Rahel, whose lives are profoundly affected by family secrets, societal norms, and forbidden love. The novel intricately weaves past and present narratives, exploring themes of caste discrimination, societal expectations, and the impact of small, seemingly insignificant events. It received widespread critical acclaim and won the Booker Prize in 1997.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Arundhati Roy, born on November 24, 1961, in Shillong, India, is a distinguished author and activist renowned for her literary achievements and fervent advocacy on social and environmental issues.
Early Life and Education:
Roy is the daughter of Mary Roy, a women's rights activist, and Rajib Roy, a tea plantation manager. She spent her early years in Kerala, where her mother founded a school. Roy attended the Lawrence School in Lovedale, Tamil Nadu, and later studied architecture at the School of Planning and Architecture in New Delhi
