The Point of Return
The Point of Return by Siddhartha Deb, published by Pan Macmillan in 2002, is a poignant narrative that explores the complex relationship between a father and son. Spanning 227 pages, this edition presents a story set in the north-eastern hills of India, where Dr. Dam and his son Babu have coexisted as strangers in their own home, grappling with feelings of puzzlement and resentment.
As Dr. Dam’s health declines, Babu finds himself increasingly drawn to his father, leading him on a profound journey through the memories of their family and the broader context of their country. This modern fiction delves into themes of familial bonds and the search for understanding, inviting readers to reflect on the intricacies of relationships and the passage of time.
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Set in the north-eastern hills of India, this is the moving story of a father and a son. Dr. Dam and Babu have lived for years as strangers in the same home, both puzzled and resentful. But as his father weakens and wearies of life, Babu is drawn closer to him. Before long he finds himself embarking on a great journey, an odyssey through the memories of his father, his family and his country.
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