Author: Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
Publisher: Black Swan
Year: 1997
Language: English
Pages: 307
ISBN/UPC (if available): 9780552996693
Arranged Marriage is the acclaimed debut short story collection by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni, one of the most celebrated voices in contemporary Indian literature.
Set across India and the United States, these eleven interconnected stories explore the lives of women navigating love, marriage, family expectations, immigration, cultural identity, and personal transformation. Through moments of joy, heartbreak, courage, and self-discovery, Divakaruni captures the challenges and opportunities that arise when tradition meets modern life.
Written with warmth, insight, and emotional depth, the collection introduces readers to unforgettable characters facing difficult choices as they seek belonging, independence, and meaning in changing circumstances. The stories range from newly arrived immigrants adjusting to life in America to women questioning long-held assumptions about relationships, duty, and self-worth.
Winner of the American Book Award, Arranged Marriage established Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni as a major literary talent and remains one of her most admired works. Thought-provoking and deeply human, this collection offers a powerful glimpse into the complexities of identity, family, and the immigrant experience.
About the Author
Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni is an award-winning author whose works span literary fiction, historical fiction, fantasy, and mythological retellings. Her bestselling books include The Palace of Illusions, The Forest of Enchantments, The Mistress of Spices, and The Conch Bearer. Her writing has introduced readers around the world to stories rooted in Indian culture, history, and mythology while exploring universal themes of love, belonging, and transformation.