Paul Scott
Paul Mark Scott was an English novelist best known for his series of novels collectively titled 'The Raj Quartet'. The series is set during the final years of the British Raj in India and is considered a significant work of historical fiction.
Books
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1. The Jewel In The Crown
Set during the final days of the British Raj in India, this novel explores the political and personal repercussions of a young British woman's rape in a fictional Indian city. The incident stirs up racial tensions and leads to a series of events that reveal the deep-seated prejudices and complexities of colonial rule. The story is a complex blend of perspectives, weaving together the lives of its diverse cast of characters, and offering a critical examination of the British colonial experience.
The 1750th Greatest Book of All Time -
2. Staying On
Staying On focuses on a British couple, Tusker and Lucy Smalley, who decide to stay in India after the end of British rule, rather than return to England. The book explores their struggles and challenges as they try to adapt to a changing India, dealing with the loss of their privileged colonial status, their strained marriage, and their increasing isolation. The narrative delves into themes of ageing, cultural clash, and the end of an era, offering a poignant and complex depiction of post-colonial India.
The 3454th Greatest Book of All Time
