Simsara By Basanta Basnet
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An evocative tale of a family's unraveling, a young boy's journey, and the silent traumas that echo through a cold house.
Synopsis
In his second novel, acclaimed journalist and author Basanta Basnet weaves a poignant story set in the hills of Eastern Nepal. Simsara is the story of a house with a flawed foundation—a damaged central beam that mirrors the fragility and dysfunction of the family it shelters. Told through the eyes of a sensitive teenager named Sambat, the story explores the distances that grow between family members: between Sambat and his love, Ishvi; between his aunt Payuu and her husband Goman; and most significantly, between his parents, Dhanroop and Mandakranta.
As the family's problems unravel, a deep-seated emptiness takes root in the home. Against the backdrop of Nepal's changing political landscape during the Maoist insurgency, the novel explores the slow erosion of family bonds and the silent psychological traumas that shape its characters.
Key Features
- Poetic and evocative language: Basnet uses powerful imagery and metaphor, turning a damaged house into a reflection of its broken family and creating a deeply atmospheric reading experience.
- A compelling character study: The narrative delves into the complex inner lives of each character, exploring the psychological trauma and internal struggles that prevent them from connecting with one another.
- Social and political context: Set during the late 90s, the story subtly integrates the influence of the Maoist insurgency, showing how broader societal conflicts affect personal lives.
- Written by a respected author: As a prominent journalist and author of the acclaimed novel Mahabhara, Basanta Basnet brings his keen observational skills and compassionate storytelling to this moving tale.
Product Details
- Genre: Fiction, Literary Fiction, Social Commentary
- Language: Nepali
- Publisher: FinePrint
- ISBN: 9789937790321
