Set against the backdrop of the Indian Mutiny, this novel turns the spotlight on the British community in the beleaguered (fictional) town of Krishnapur. Farrell is not particularly interested in the rights or wrongs of the situation. His concern is what happens when entrenched social attitudes and complacent beliefs about culture are placed under extreme strain. You will either hate or thoroughly enjoy Farrell's humorous and coruscating look at imperialism. I enjoyed it.
(Ferelith Hordon - bwl 66 Autumn 2012 ) |
