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Amitav GhoshThe Glass Palace
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Glass Palace by Amitav Ghosh chronicles Rajkumar’s journey from an 11-year-old boy in Mandalay, Burma, in 1885 to a successful businessman, depicting how British imperialism, World War II, and social upheavals impact his family across three generations in Burma, Malaya, and India, weaving their lives with historical events and personal endeavors amidst love, loss, and survival. The story includes depictions of violence, war, and personal loss.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Amitav Ghosh's The Glass Palace is widely praised for its richly detailed historical backdrop and intricate narrative spanning generations. Critics commend Ghosh's ability to weave personal stories with historical events, though some find the pacing uneven. Overall, it's a compelling read for those interested in history and family sagas.
Who Should Read The Glass Palace?
A reader who enjoys The Glass Palace by Amitav Ghosh is likely captivated by sweeping historical epics, colonial and post-colonial narratives, and intricate character studies. Fans of Midnight's Children by Salman Rushdie or The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy will appreciate its rich storytelling and exploration of personal and national histories.
486
Novel • Fiction
Burma • 1880s
2000
Adult
18+ years
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