Nectar in a Sieve by Kamala Markandaya
"Nectar in a Sieve" is a tale of an Indian peasant woman named Rukmani who endures the hardships of rural poverty, natural disasters, and personal tragedy, while trying to raise her children and maintain her marriage. The book explores themes of love, hope, and the strength of the human spirit against the backdrop of a rapidly changing India. Despite the constant struggles, Rukmani never loses her faith and hope, symbolizing the resilience and strength of ordinary people in the face of adversity.
The 770th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1954
- Nationality
- Indian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 250-300
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 11th on The Indian Fiction Top 25 (Jerry Pinto, Indian poet and novelist)
- 23rd on Top 100 World Literature Titles (Perfection Learning)
- 48 Good Books (University of Buffalo)
- 500 Great Books by Women (Book)
- 87 Books Written by Women That Are So Good, You Won't Be Able to Put Them Down (Pop Sugar)