Chemmeen (Hardcover)

Chemmeen tells the story of the relationship between Karutthamma, a Hindu woman from the fisherfolk community, and Pareekkutty, the son of a Muslim fish wholesaler. Unable to marry Pareekkutty for religious reasons, Karutthamma instead marries Palani, who, despite his wife's scandalous past, never stops trusting her a trust that is reaffirmed each time he goes to sea and comes back safe. For the fishermen have an important saying: the safe return of a fisherman depends on the fidelity of his wife. Then, one fateful night, Karutthamma and Pareekkutty meet and their love is rekindled while Palani is at sea, baiting a shark. Previously available only in India, this hugely successful novel was adapted into a film, winning great critical acclaim and commercial success. Anita Nair's evocative translation from Malayalam brings this tale of love and longing, a classic of Indian literature, to a new audience.

General

Imprint:	Seagull Books London Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	2017
Translators:	Anita Nair
Authors:	Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai
Dimensions:	150 x 214 x 3mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Cloth over boards
Pages:	264
ISBN-13:	978-0-85742-391-7
Categories:	Books > Fiction > General & literary fiction > Modern fiction Promotions
LSN:	0-85742-391-6
Barcode:	9780857423917

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