The Crossing
The Crossing by Rajendra Abhyankar, published by iUniverse in September 2013, is a novel that explores the complexities of love and conflict in a politically charged environment. Set in 1983 Colombo, Sri Lanka, the story follows Hari, a twenty-three-year-old Tamil sales agent, as he navigates his burgeoning relationship with Tiziana, an Italian dancer. Their romance unfolds against the backdrop of escalating tensions between the Sinhalese and Tamil communities, leading to unforeseen consequences that alter their lives forever.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into the impact of political strife on personal relationships, as Hari faces the harsh realities of racism and violence following a series of tragic events. As he becomes involved with the UN Refugee Agency, he grapples with the societal divisions that threaten to tear apart his world. The Crossing presents a poignant exploration of identity and resilience amid turmoil, offering insights into the human experience during a time of crisis. This edition spans 298 pages and is written in English.
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It is 1983 in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and a changing political situation is heightening differences between the Sinhalese and Tamil communities. Hari is a twenty-three-year-old Tamil working as a sales agent when he meets Tiziana, an Italian dancer who regularly visits Sri Lanka. As the two become acquainted, quickly fall in love, and learn about each other’s cultures, tensions continue to escalate in Sri Lanka. As Hari reluctantly parts with Tiziana whom he calls Zina at the airport a few days later, neither could have ever predicted what would happen next.
After Tamil militants kill soldiers of the Sri Lanka army, riots ensue in Colombo, shattering the serenity of the beautiful island. Angry mobs wreak havoc and destruction throughout Sri Lanka, and the Tamils themselves become targets. Forced to flee his home and confront racism for the first time, Hari can only helplessly watch as his world collapses and brings him face-to-face with the deep-rooted divisions of his society. As he unwittingly becomes entangled in the Tamil struggle, Hari finds work with the UN Refugee Agency and manages to reconnect with Zina unaware that his choices will eventually lead him down a tragic path.
The Crossing is the fascinating portrait of one man’s painful journey from a peaceful existence into the dark recesses of terrorism during four decades of a militant struggle.
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