- Paperback: 272 pages
- Publisher: Vintage; New edition edition
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0099282240
- ISBN-13: 978-0099282242
- Product Dimensions: 13.1 x 2.1 x 19.7 cm
- Shipping Weight: 159 g
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
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CHANDRAN was just climbing the steps of the College Union when Natesan, the secretary, sprang on him and said, "You are just the person I was looking for. Read the first page
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CHANDRAN was just climbing the steps of the College Union when Natesan, the secretary, sprang on him and said, "You are just the person I was looking for. Read the first page
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5.0 out of 5 stars
A young man finding his place in India,
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This review is from: The Bachelor of Arts (Paperback)
I could identify with the main character as he completed his studies and began moving into the 'real' world. His spiritual journey, though not complete at the books end, was very interesting. The (paraphrased) line "they thought they were the first of their type and the last..", referring to his radical friends from his university days, struck a chord. We all slowly realize that our own well-used mold was indeed not broken after they made us. More followed. Alas, we all take our place in society and make the best of it.Simply written and easy to read. I recommend it.
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Its good... as always,
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This review is from: The Bachelor of Arts (Paperback)
I have read and liked R K Narayan's works in the past. I picked this one up just based on the fact that it was written by him. It was not recommended to me by anyone. And honestly i am so glad i did.The main character is a student just out of undergrad and facing the decision of what ahead. In a very straight and simple manner Narayan portrays the character's struggles with choosing a career and then his foray into love. Its simple and yet extraordinary. BTW for those expecting a dramatic ending, don't. This book just ends. I had to turn the page to realise its finished :-)
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Excellent book,
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This review is from: The Bachelor of Arts (Paperback)
The story of Chandran, a final-year student of History, on how love tranforms ambitions, alters goals and changes lives is the theme of this wonderful book.Written masterfully with just the right amounts of comedy, emotions and twists, and teeming with sarcasm characteristic of Narayan, this book takes a broad look at values and customs. For example, the long scenes wheres discussion about horoscopes and Chandran's disagreement with his mother are all so very close to life in India. A great book, an excellent read....
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