What is Nayantara Sahgal known for?

Nayantara Sahgal is best known for her novels and non-fiction works that often explore political themes, particularly focusing on India's post-independence history and the Nehru-Gandhi family's influence. Her writing provides an insider's perspective on Indian politics and society.

Nayantara Sahgal

b. 1927

Books: 8
Followers: 0

About

She is a member of the Nehru family, the second of the three daughters born to Jawaharlal Nehru's sister, Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit.

Top genres

Politics & Society Non-Fiction History Literary Fiction Biography & Memoir

Featured works

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The Vintage Book of Indian Writing 1947-1997

Elizabeth West

A time to be happy

Nayantara Sahgal

Indira Gandhi's emergence and style

Nayantara Sahgal

From fear set free

Nayantara Sahgal

Prison and chocolate cake

Nayantara Sahgal

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Nayantara Sahgal is best known for her novels and non-fiction works that often explore political themes, particularly focusing on India's post-independence history and the Nehru-Gandhi family's influence. Her writing provides an insider's perspective on Indian politics and society.