Cromartie v. the God Shiva by Rumer Godden

Cromartie v. the God Shiva by Rumer Godden

Marking Rumer Godden's return to south India, this classic novel is a vivid evocation of love and class in the beloved country that inspired many of her bestselling works.

Her craftsmanship is always sure; her understanding of character is compassionate and profound; her prose is pure, delicate, and gently witty * New York Times *
[Godden] writes with grace and a cheerfully lilting prose. . . A tale of quiet sleuthing, romance, and grand tragedy . . . A delight for Godden's many followers * Kirkus Reviews *
Liberally dabbed with local color, the book is fast-paced * Publishers Weekly *
One of our best and most captivating novelists -- Philip Hensher
A complex tale, fraught with mystery . . . Readers who enjoy far-away cultures will find this tale a treat * Library Journal *

Rumer Godden (1907-1998) was the acclaimed author of over sixty works of fiction and non-fiction for adults and children. Born in England, she and her siblings grew up in Narayanganj, India, and she later spent many years living in Kolkata and Kashmir. Several of her novels were made into films, including Black Narcissus, The Greengage Summer and The River, which was filmed by Jean Renoir. She was appointed OBE in 1993.

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ISBN 13	9781844088584
ISBN 10	1844088588
Title	Cromartie v. the God Shiva
Author	Rumer Godden
Series	Virago Modern Classics
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Little, Brown Book Group
Year published	2013-02-07
Number of pages	192
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