An acclaimed literary novel by British-Pakistani author Mohsin Hamid, originally published in 2007 and shortlisted for the prestigious Man Booker Prize.
The Reluctant Fundamentalist is a powerful and thought-provoking story exploring cultural identity, belonging, prejudice, love and the tensions between East and West in the aftermath of September 11.
Set around a conversation in a café in Lahore, Pakistan, the novel follows Changez, a highly educated young Pakistani man who once embraced the American dream.
After graduating from Princeton University, Changez builds a successful career in New York and falls in love with an American woman named Erica.
However, following the events of September 11, his increasingly complicated relationship with America leads him to question his identity, ambitions and loyalties.
Written in a distinctive dramatic monologue, this internationally bestselling novel combines psychological depth, political commentary and suspense.
An important work of contemporary literary fiction, subsequently adapted into a major motion picture.
BOOK DETAILS / ITEM SPECIFICS
* Author: Mohsin Hamid * Title: The Reluctant Fundamentalist * Publisher: Penguin Books * Publication Year: 2008 * Originally Published: 2007 * Binding: Paperback / Softcover * Language: English * ISBN-10: 0141029544 * ISBN-13: 9780141029542 * Genre: Contemporary Literary Fiction / Political Fiction * Award: Shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize 2007 * Features: Original Penguin illustrated cover
CONDITION – GOOD USED CONDITION
Pre-owned paperback showing light signs of previous handling.
* Light surface rubbing and handling marks to the covers. * Minor wear to corners and edges. * Spine appears generally well preserved. * Some light age-related tanning to the pages. * Interior pages appear clean and readable in the photographs provided. * Binding appears intact.
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An appealing Penguin paperback edition of this internationally acclaimed contemporary novel.