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Bakha is a young man, proud and even attractive, yet none the less he is an outcast in India's caste system: an Untouchable. In deceptively simple prose, this groundbreaking novel describes a day in the life of Bakha, a sweeper and toilet-cleaner, as he searches for a meaning to the tragic existence he has been born into — and comes to an unexpected conclusion. Mulk Raj Anand poured vitality, fire, and richness of detail into his controversial work, which led him to be acclaimed as his country's Charles Dickens and one of the twentieth century's most important Indian writers.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Insight into India's caste system through Bakha's eyes.
Who is this book for?
If you're interested in social justice and India's history, this novel provides a powerful glimpse into the harsh realities faced by the untouchables. Anand's straightforward prose brings to life Bakha's struggles, making it both an eye-opening and thought-provoking read. It's a compelling story that highlights issues of dignity, identity, and change.
