Moth Smoke by Mohsin Hamid
Set against the backdrop of a sweltering Lahore summer, this gripping narrative delves into the life of Darashikoh Shehzad, a disillusioned banker who spirals into a world of crime and moral ambiguity after losing his job. As he navigates the complexities of love, betrayal, and societal expectations, his entanglement with a friend's wife and his descent into drug addiction paint a vivid portrait of a man grappling with his own identity. The story intricately weaves themes of class disparity, corruption, and existential despair, offering a poignant reflection on the socio-political landscape of contemporary Pakistan.
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- Published
- 2000
- Nationality
- Pakistani
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 245-288
- Original Language
- English
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(3.0)
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