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Author |
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Peasant Struggles in India |
1984 |
Anita Desai |
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Peasant Struggles in India is Anita Desai’s only non-fiction book, published in 1984. It is a sharp departure from her literary fiction, dealing with agrarian politics and rural hardship in India rather than the family dynamics and psychological portraits found in her novels.
The book was published the same year as In Custody, one of Desai’s most acclaimed novels. While her fiction career has been the center of her reputation, this non-fiction work shows her engagement with broader social questions in India.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many books are in the Anita Desai Non-Fiction series?
There are one books in the Anita Desai Non-Fiction series, published in 1984.
What is the first book in the Anita Desai Non-Fiction series?
The first book in the Anita Desai Non-Fiction series is Peasant Struggles in India, published in 1984.
Is Peasant Struggles in India typical of Anita Desai's work?
No. Anita Desai is known almost entirely for her literary fiction. Peasant Struggles in India (1984) is her only non-fiction book and deals with agrarian and political issues in India, which is a departure from her usual focus on personal and family relationships.