Anita Desai Returns with 'Rosarita': A Novella Exploring Memory, Grief, and Isolation

Award-winning author Anita Desai is set to release 'Rosarita', her first novella in over a decade. Scheduled for release on July 7, this 96-page novella explores themes of memory, grief, and isolation, centering around an Indian student in Mexico. The book promises to be a virtuoso creation.


PTI | New Delhi | Updated: 25-06-2024 17:28 IST | Created: 25-06-2024 17:28 IST
Anita Desai Returns with 'Rosarita': A Novella Exploring Memory, Grief, and Isolation
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Acclaimed author Anita Desai is poised to make a significant return with her latest novella, 'Rosarita'. Set for release on July 7 by Pan Macmillan India, the novella delves deeply into themes of memory, grief, and isolation.

In 'Rosarita', Desai uniquely weaves a tale around Bonita, a young Indian student in Mexico, who is led into a complex narrative linking her to her mother's enigmatic past. The novella promises readers a rich, profound experience that reflects Desai's mastery of the craft.

With this new work, Desai, recognized for her critically acclaimed novels like 'Fire On The Mountain' and 'Clear Light Of Day', reaffirms her place among contemporary literary greats. At 86, she continues to influence the literary world with her evocative storytelling.

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