House of the Sun
- 368 Seiten
- 13 Lesestunden
A funny, colourful, loud novel where comedy and tragedy are intertwined. Rich storytelling and vividly drawn characters from master storyteller Meira Chand!
Meira Chand erforscht in ihren Romanen die Suche nach Identität und Zugehörigkeit. Ihre Werke, die oft vor dem Hintergrund Japans, Indiens oder des kolonialen Singapurs angesiedelt sind, schildern komplexe Wechselwirkungen zwischen Kulturen und den darin agierenden Individuen. Chand fängt meisterhaft die Atmosphäre ihrer Schauplätze und die inneren Kämpfe ihrer Charaktere ein, die sich mit Vorurteilen, Traditionen und der Sehnsucht nach einem eigenen Platz auseinandersetzen. Ihr Schreiben bietet tiefe Einblicke in die menschliche Erfahrung und die universelle Suche nach Heimat.






A funny, colourful, loud novel where comedy and tragedy are intertwined. Rich storytelling and vividly drawn characters from master storyteller Meira Chand!
A lushly written, sweeping account of the Black Hole of Calcutta in 1756 by best selling author Meira Chand
"First published in Great Britain in 2010 by Harvill Secker"--T.p. verso.
Set against the backdrop of a devastating typhoon in Kobe, this novel explores the lives of orphans in an orphanage, highlighting their resilience and struggles. Originally published in 1981, it offers a poignant narrative that captures the chaos and emotional turmoil brought on by the disaster. This new edition aims to captivate a fresh audience, showcasing Meira Chand's storytelling prowess and the enduring themes of hope and survival amidst adversity.
Set against the backdrop of the cultural clash between Western and Japanese societies, this novel explores the complexities of identity and tradition. Originally published in 1983, it delves into the interactions and conflicts that arise as characters navigate their differing values and beliefs. The fresh edition aims to captivate a contemporary audience, inviting readers to reflect on the enduring themes of cultural exchange and understanding.
Meira Chand's debut novel, originally published in 1979, captivates with its mesmerizing and sinister narrative. This fresh edition aims to enchant a new generation of readers, inviting them to explore the unique themes and atmospheric storytelling that define Chand's work.
An orphan. A Wife. A Widow. A Mother. What is the true value of a woman? A new novel by bestselling author Meira Chand
First published in 1996, Meira Chand's epic novel set in China and Japan, against the backdrop of a brutal war, is presented in a fresh edition to enchant a new generation of readers
Longlisted for the 1986 Booker Prize and based on a true story, this is Meira Chand's ravishing masterpiece of one woman's passion and downfall
A collection of tales that record literary author Meira Chand's own personal passage to India.