Review
'Gavin's prose is graceful but with a mischievous twinkle and will appeal to thoughtful teens.' -- Observer PRAISE FOR OUT OF INDIA: 'A timely memoir of her Anglo-Indian childhood which deepens the understanding of her novels ... a unique record of dual heritage.' -- The Times 'Her story provides a fascinating - and not always comfortable - insight into the life of a family straddling two powerfully contrasting cultures.' -- The Guardian '...offers an enlightening, mixed-race slant on Indian independence as well as an account of a pre-TV, all-skipping 1940s childhood. The contrast between grey, cabbage-scented England and the vibrant sensuality of India is revealing as well.' -- The Independent 'a very moving and personal reminiscence...Filled with the author's own delightful and poignant photos ... will touch anyone's heart while also teaching readers about Indian traditions and culture.' -- 4:teens, April 2003 'a hilarious and informative account...It is something many mixed race children will be able to identify with.' -- The Voice
Product Description
Born to an Indian father and an English mother, Jamila Gavin's childhood was divided between two worlds. Having spent her childhood in India, Jamila and her mother move to England. It is the time of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth and England is experiencing a post-war boom, a time of positive anticipation and enthusiasm for the future. Jamila recounts how she experiences teenage life in England as she grapples with British culture, develops long-lasting friendships and harnesses her musical talent. An engaging and evocative insight into a young girl growing up and struggling with identity and culture.
