42 pages 1 hour read

Kamala Markandaya

Nectar in a Sieve

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1954

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Reviews & Readership

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Nectar in a Sieve by Kamala Markandaya is widely praised for its poignant portrayal of rural Indian life and the resilience of its protagonist, Rukmani. Critics laud its lyrical prose and emotional depth. However, some note the narrative's somber tone and occasional predictability. Overall, it remains a compelling exploration of hardship and hope.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Nectar in a Sieve?

A reader who would enjoy Nectar in a Sieve by Kamala Markandaya appreciates poignant narratives about rural life, resilience, and socio-economic struggles. Fans of The Good Earth by Pearl S. Buck or Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe will find similar themes of cultural change and personal endurance.

Recommended

Reading Age

14+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Indian Literature
Education
Topics
Poverty
Urban Development
Education
Themes
Relationships: Family
Society: Colonialism
Society: Class
Period
Asian Literature