Swimming Lessons and Other Stories from Firozsha Baag
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1996
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Short Story • Fiction
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Indian Literature•
Canadian LiteratureMumbai, India • 1970s-1980s
1996
Adult
18+ years
Swimming Lessons and Other Stories from Firozsha Baag by Rohinton Mistry is a collection of interconnected short stories centered around residents of a Mumbai apartment complex. The narratives explore their diverse lives, focusing on their personal struggles, cultural traditions, and interpersonal relationships. Stories such as "Auspicious Occasion" and "The Ghost of Firozsha Baag" reveal unique aspects of their experiences and aspirations.
Contemplative
Melancholic
Nostalgic
Humorous
Emotional
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Rohinton Mistry's Swimming Lessons and Other Stories from Firozsha Baag is praised for its vivid portrayal of Parsi life in Mumbai, rich character development, and evocative storytelling. Critics commend Mistry's ability to authentically capture cultural nuances. However, some note a lack of cohesive plot across stories. Overall, it's celebrated for its emotional depth and detail.
Readers who enjoy Swimming Lessons and Other Stories from Firozsha Baag by Rohinton Mistry appreciate poignant, character-driven narratives set in India. Fans of Jhumpa Lahiri’s Interpreter of Maladies or Arundhati Roy’s The God of Small Things will find similar themes of cultural identity, family, and everyday life.
4,486 ratings
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250
Short Story • Fiction
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Indian Literature•
Canadian LiteratureMumbai, India • 1970s-1980s
1996
Adult
18+ years
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