Publisher's Synopsis
Nectar In A Sieve: A Novel (LARGE PRINT EDITION) is a book written by Kamala Markandaya. The story is set in rural India and follows the life of a woman named Rukmani. Rukmani is a poor farmer's wife who faces numerous challenges and hardships throughout her life. She struggles to provide for her family and make ends meet, as well as dealing with the loss of her children and the effects of drought and famine. The novel explores themes of poverty, gender roles, and the struggle for survival in a harsh environment. The large print edition of the book makes it accessible for those with visual impairments or difficulty reading standard print. Overall, Nectar In A Sieve is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a window into the lives of those living in rural India.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.