The God of Small Things: Book Guide, Author and Facts
The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
The God of Small Things is the debut novel of Indian writer Arundhati Roy. It is a story about the childhood experiences of fraternal twins whose lives are destroyed by the "Love Laws" that lay down "who should be loved, and how. And how much." The book explores how the small things affect people's behavior and their lives. The book also reflects its irony against casteism, which is a major discrimination that prevails in India. It won the Booker Prize in 1997.
Quick facts about The God of Small Things
- Title: The God of Small Things
- Author: Arundhati Roy
- First published: 1997
- Genre: literary fiction, women's fiction, dalit
- OpenLibrary ID: OL1052133W
Where to read The God of Small Things
The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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What is The God of Small Things about?
The God of Small Things is the debut novel of Indian writer Arundhati Roy.
Who wrote The God of Small Things?
The God of Small Things was written by Arundhati Roy.
When was The God of Small Things published?
The God of Small Things was first published in 1997.
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