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The chessmaster and his moves

The chessmaster and his moves

Literary FictionPhilosophy & Religion
Pages
735
Published
1988
Language
English

Synopsis

This expansive novel explores the intricate relationship between a French philosopher and an Indian woman, set against the backdrop of India and France. It delves into themes of love, spirituality, and cultural identity, examining the complexities of human connection and the search for truth across different worlds.

Prose complexity
10/10

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IntellectualPhilosophicalComplexReflective

Genres

Literary Fiction Philosophy & Religion

About the author

R
Raja Rao

Raja Rao was an Indian writer of English language novels and short stories, whose works are deeply rooted in Hinduism. Raja Rao's semi-autobiographical novel, The Serpent and the Rope (1960), is a story of a search for spiritual truth in Europe and India. It established him as one of the finest Indian stylists.

Characters

All characters in The chessmaster and his moves