Who among the following is the author of the book ‘The House of Blue Mangoes’?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) David Davidar

• ‘The House of Blue Mangoes’ is the debut novel of David Davidar, an Indian author and publisher.

• The novel was published in 2002 and received widespread international acclaim.

• It is a multi-generational family saga set in a fictional South Indian coastal town during the time of British colonial rule.

• The novel explores themes of identity, social reform, colonialism, caste, and politics, all woven into the personal stories of the Dorai family.

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• David Davidar is also the co-founder of Aleph Book Company.
• He served as the former CEO of Penguin India.
• The book has been translated into multiple languages.
• It is praised for its vivid storytelling and rich portrayal of South Indian culture.
• The novel spans a period from 1899 to the early 20th century, covering historical shifts.
• Davidar later authored “The Solitude of Emperors” and “Ithaca”.

Additional Information:
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• Arvind Adiga – Author of "The White Tiger", a Booker Prize winner.
• Sekhar Bandyopadhyay – Renowned historian, known for works on Indian nationalism.