The Impressionist
The Impressionist by Hari Kunzru is an uncorrected proof edition published by Penguin Books in 2007, featuring 481 pages in English. This novel begins with the birth of an infant in India at the turn of the last century, whose unusual paleness sets him apart from those around him. As the story unfolds, the revelation of his true parentage leads to his expulsion from a life of privilege, setting the stage for a journey of self-discovery.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of identity and belonging through the experiences of Pran Nath. His odyssey takes him through various challenges and transformations as he navigates a world that perceives him differently. The book delves into the complexities of cultural and personal identity, reflecting on the intersections of race and class within the broader context of contemporary literature.
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In India, at the birth of the last century, an infant is brought howling into the world, his remarkable paleness marking him out from his brown-skinned fellows. When his true parentage is revealed, Pran Nath is cast out from his wealthy home. So begins Pran’s odyssey of self-discovery.
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