Desirable Daughters A Novel
Desirable Daughters A Novel by Bharati Mukherjee, published by Hyperion Books on March 12, 2003, is a literary work that explores the lives of three women navigating the complexities of their identities across two continents. This 320-page novel presents a portrait of a traditional Brahmin Indian family while also delving into the contemporary American experiences of a woman who has strayed from her cultural roots yet remains connected to her heritage.
Readers will find a rich narrative that follows the diverging paths of the Calcutta-born sisters as they come of age amidst a backdrop of change. The book intertwines their personal stories with ancestral histories and significant events from India’s past, offering insights into the challenges and transformations faced by women in both traditional and modern contexts. Through this exploration, Mukherjee captures the essence of familial bonds and the impact of cultural shifts on individual lives.
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“The highlight of her career to date . . . Mukherjee bursts out as a star” (Publishers Weekly [starred review]) in her stirring novel of three women, two continents, and a perilous journey from the old world to the new — now available in paperback.
In the tradition of the Joy Luck Club, Bharati Mukherjee has written a remarkable novel that is both the portrait of a traditional Brahmin Indian family and a contemporary American story of a woman who has in many ways broken with tradition but still remains tied to her native country.
Mukherjee follows the diverging paths taken by three extraordinary Calcutta-born sisters as they come of age in a changing world. Moving effortlessly between generations, she weaves together fascinating stories of the sisters’ ancestors, childhood memories, and dramatic scenes from India’s history.
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