Baumgartner’s Bombay by Anita Desai
In "Baumgartner's Bombay" by Anita Desai, the story revolves around Hugo Baumgartner, a German Jew who fled to India during World War II. Set in Bombay, the novel explores the themes of identity, displacement, and the search for belonging. As the narrative unfolds, Hugo's life becomes entwined with that of the city's street children, leading to a poignant and thought-provoking exploration of love, loss, and the complexities of human connections.
The 8987th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1988
- Nationality
- Indian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 12th on The Indian Fiction Top 25 (Jerry Pinto, Indian poet and novelist)