Gurnaik Johal
We Move
We Move
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In his debut collection of stories, Gurnaik Johal explores the lives of immigrants in West London, exploring themes of identity, belonging, and the complexities of cross-cultural relationships. The stories are filled with vivid characters and surprising connections, and the book received critical acclaim upon its release.
Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 07 April 2022
Publisher: Profile Books Ltd
In a debut collection that showcases remarkable precocity and aplomb, Neel Mukherjee's stories stand in stark comparison to the likes of Junot DÃaz and Bryan Washington. The Observer aptly describes them as "moving, truthful, straight from the heart." Mukherjee's storytelling skills are evident as he weaves together a series of interconnected lives beneath the planes circling Heathrow Airport.
Priti, a young girl who speaks English and her nani Punjabi, faces challenges in forming a shared language without the presence of her mother. Meanwhile, Chetan and Aanshi's relationship undergoes a seismic shift when a woman leaves her car in their driveway, never to return. Gujan's baba, who has spent years confined to his flat above a chicken shop, embarks on a nostalgic bicycle tour of the changing neighborhood with his grandson. And Lata, returning home after dropping out of university, grapples with a secret about her estranged family friend, who has risen to fame as a chart-topping rapper but is now facing a crisis of confidence.
These stories, set in the vibrant area of West London, serve as a broader narrative exploring the movement of multiple generations of immigrants. Through acts of startling imagination, Mukherjee seamlessly blends the past and present, the local and the global, revealing the unexpected ways in which people come together.
The debut collection by Gurnaik Johal is a testament to his talent and promise as a writer. It is a must-read for anyone who appreciates well-crafted stories that explore the complexities of human relationships and the diverse tapestry of life.
Weight: 358g
Dimension: 146 x 223 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788169462
Edition number: Main
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