The Mammaries of the Welfare State by Upamanyu Chatterjee (rare books)

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The Mammaries of the Welfare State (2000) is the sequel to Upamanyu Chatterjee’s debut novel, English, August. The narrative continues the journey of Agastya Sen, a disillusioned civil servant, as he navigates the bureaucratic labyrinth of the fictional state of Madna. The story is set against the backdrop of an impending epidemic, providing a satirical lens on the inefficiencies and absurdities of the Indian administrative system. The title itself is a satirical nod to the exploitation and mismanagement within the welfare state. The novel delves into themes of political bureaucracy, systemic failures, and the personal dilemmas of those entangled within it. Chatterjee's narrative is characterized by its dark humor and sharp critique of institutional dysfunction. The book was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award in 2004 for writing in English.

About the Author

Upamanyu Chatterjee was born in 1959 in Patna, Bihar, India. He graduated from St. Stephen's College, Delhi University, and joined the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) in 1983. Throughout his civil service career, he served in various capacities, including as Joint Secretary to the Government of India on the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board. Despite his administrative responsibilities, Chatterjee pursued his passion for writing, producing several acclaimed works. His debut novel, English, August: An Indian Story (1988), garnered international recognition and was adapted into a film. Following its success, he authored The Last Burden (1993), The Mammaries of the Welfare State (2000), Weight Loss (2006), Way to Go (2010), and Fairy Tales at Fifty (2014). In 2009, he was honored with the Officier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government for his significant contribution to literature. Chatterjee's works are noted for their incisive social commentary, dark humor, and exploration of the complexities of Indian society.

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