The Village By The Sea by Anita Desai
Set in a small coastal village in India, the story follows the lives of two siblings, Lila and Hari, who face the harsh realities of poverty and familial responsibilities. With their father succumbing to alcoholism and their mother bedridden, the children are forced to grow up quickly, taking on the roles of caretakers for their younger siblings. As Hari ventures to the bustling city of Bombay in search of work, Lila remains in the village, determined to keep the family together. Through their struggles, the siblings discover resilience and hope, learning to navigate the challenges of their changing world.
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- Published
- 1982
- Nationality
- Indian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 180-200
- Original Language
- English
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