Mulk Rádž Ánand Knihy

Sociálně otřesný pohled na nepředstavitelně nízké životní podmínky indických luliů, kteří pracují na čajovníkových plantážích v nezdravě vlhkém údolí Asámu.

'Across the Black Waters' is an English novel by the Indian writer Mulk Raj Anand first published in 1939. It describes the experience of Lalu, a sepoy in the Indian Army fighting on behalf of Britain against the Germans in France during World War I. He is portrayed by the author as an innocent peasant whose poor family was evicted from their land and who only vaguely understands what the war is about. The book has been described as Anand's best work since the Untouchable.

This volume brings together some of the best and most memorable stories from Mulk Raj Anand's published collections, each of them illustrating a different mood and tone. In his half-humorous and half-ironic way, Anand draws our attention to the plight of the marginalized, the poor and the illiterate, and penetrates their innermost feelings and emotions. Straightforward, unpretentious and expertly crafted, these unforgettable vignettes of life in twentieth-century India are sure to haunt the reader long after the book has been put down.

The new enlarged edition offers significant updates and additional content, enhancing the original work. Readers can expect expanded chapters, new illustrations, and fresh insights that deepen the understanding of the subject. This edition aims to engage both new readers and those familiar with the original text, providing a richer experience through comprehensive exploration of themes and concepts. It's an essential resource for anyone looking to delve deeper into the material.