The Bachelor Of Arts by R. K. Narayan

Set in the fictional South Indian town of Malgudi, the novel follows a young college graduate whose romantic idealism and impulsive behavior lead to heartbreak, strained family relations and a brief exile from home; through a series of awkward relationships, odd jobs and moments of self-doubt he slowly confronts the gap between youthful dreams and social responsibilities and moves toward a quieter, more mature acceptance of adult life.

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