{"product_id":"slices-of-the-moon","title":"Slices of the Moon Swept by the Wind - Surendranath S.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSlices of the Moon Swept by the Wind\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e(Author: Surendranath S.)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA classic of modern Kannada literature—a deeply moving, sensitive, and unforgettable glimpse into the inner world of a special child.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"I am not like others. I know that. But I do eat like others. And sleep like them. I also cry … But I will not tell you how I look.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo begins the story of a young boy—an exceptionally bright, sensitive mind trapped inside a severely misshapen body. Confined to his home, he observes life through his window: birds perching like trusted friends, colorful Muharram processions, and neighborhood children who mockingly offer him peanuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside his family home, a complex web of love, hardship, and sacrifice unfolds. He watches his father battle nocturnal demons while dreaming of sending him to school; his eldest sister Doddakka forfeit marriage; his middle sister Sannakka refuse suitors who will not accept her disabled brother; his mother sell her gold to clear debts; and his elder brother defy parental authority. Amidst the household's struggles, only his baby sister Tangi brings pure joy with her innocent smile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a chaotic and dysfunctional universe, the young narrator emerges as the wisest and most grounded soul of all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKannada Literary Classic:\u003c\/b\u003e Translated into English from one of contemporary Kannada literature's most critically acclaimed novels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProfound Narrative Voice:\u003c\/b\u003e Written from the unique, deeply empathetic perspective of a physically challenged child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRich Domestic Drama:\u003c\/b\u003e Explores poignant family dynamics, sacrifices, resilience, and human compassion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/b\u003e Praised by \u003ci\u003eThe Telegraph\u003c\/i\u003e as \"a classic from Kannada literature … a compelling read.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BEETLE BOOK SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53839016231195,"sku":null,"price":298.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/2150\/0699\/files\/712mVEpA13L._SY466.jpg?v=1788002172","url":"https:\/\/beetlebookshop.com\/products\/slices-of-the-moon","provider":"Beetle Book Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}