Mahashweta

‘Anupama looked into the mirror and shivered with shock. A small white patch had now appeared on her arm.’

Anupama’s fairytale marriage to Anand falls apart when she discovers a white patch on her foot and learns that she has leukoderma. Abandoned by her uncaring in-laws and insensitive husband, she is forced to return to her father’s home in the village. The social stigma of a married woman living with her parents, her stepmother’s continual barbs and the ostracism that accompanies her skin condition force her to contemplate suicide.

Determined to rebuild her life against all odds, Anupama goes to Bombay where she finds success, respect and the promise of an enduring friendship.

Mahashweta is an inspiring story of courage and resilience in a world marred by illusions and betrayals. This poignant tale offers hope and solace to the victims of the prejudices that govern society even today.

Author: Sudha Murty
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: India Penguin
Published: 09/17/2007
Pages: 160
ISBN: 9780143103295
Language: English

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