I love Rabindranath Tagore's work and life. I've had this particular copy of this book for quite a while. I can't remember buying it--but I do remember intending to read it several times. I'm registering it today as an inspiration to myself to read it soon.

Amazon Editorial Review

Set on a Bengali noble's estate in 1908, this is both a love story and a novel of political awakening. The central character, Bimala, is torn between the duties owed to her husband, Nikhil, and the demands made on her by the radical leader, Sandip. Her attempts to resolve the irreconciliable pressures of the home and world reflect the conflict in India itself, and the tragic outcome foreshadows the unrest that accompanied Partition in 1947.

After so many years unread, this book deserves a chance with a new reader. Off it goes into the bookcrossing wild--soon.

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