Ice-Candy-Man by Bapsi Sidhwa
Set during the tumultuous time of the partition of India in 1947, "Ice-Candy-Man" tells the story of a young girl named Lenny who is growing up in Lahore. Through her innocent perspective, the book explores the religious and political tensions of the time, focusing on the impact of these events on the lives of ordinary people, particularly women. The narrative also explores the dynamics of power and manipulation through the character of Ice-Candy-Man, a charming street vendor who becomes a ruthless mob leader.
The 1566th greatest book of all time
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This book is on the following lists:
- 100 Novels That Shaped Our World (BBC)
- 500 Great Books by Women (Book)
- The Modern Library: The Two Hundred Best Novels in English Since 1950 (The Modern Library (Book))