Gurnaik Johal
Saraswati
Saraswati
ISBN: 9781805225812
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A stunning and ambitious debut novel that blends folklore and contemporary drama set in Punjab. The story is set in motion when Satnam returns to his grandmother's funeral and discovers water in the dried-up well behind her house, a place where the holy river Saraswati supposedly once flowed centuries ago.
This discovery sparks a contentious government scheme rooted in Hindu nationalist pride to unearth the ancient river. The narrative then traces the lives of seven different people whose personal histories and futures are irrevocably changed by the resurgence of the river.
The novel is rich with layered storytelling, exploring the complex interplay of myth, history, politics, and the enduring power of community over time. (126 words)
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