The Middleman by Sankar

Set against the backdrop of 1970s Calcutta, this novel follows the journey of Somnath Banerjee, a young man navigating the complexities of a rapidly changing society. As he struggles to find his place amidst the socio-political upheaval, Somnath becomes a "middleman," caught between the demands of his traditional upbringing and the allure of modernity. Through his encounters with various characters, each representing different facets of the city's vibrant yet tumultuous landscape, he grapples with issues of identity, morality, and ambition, ultimately seeking to carve out his own path in a world rife with contradictions.

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