Arundhati Roy is an Indian writer who won the Booker Prize for her first novel, The God of Small Things. She followed this with the novel The Ministry of Utmost Happiness and her memoir, Mother
The Cost of Living
The Cost of Living
Synopsis
Arundhati Roy presents a powerful critique of India's development, challenging the perceived benefits of large-scale projects. She examines the human cost of massive dam constructions that displaced millions and the implications of the nation's nuclear ambitions. Roy uncovers the hidden sacrifices made by many for the supposed progress and prosperity of a few.
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The Cost of LivingUnknown, 1999
148 pages
Language: EnglishISBN: 9780375756146You May Also Like
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Frequently asked questions
How does The Cost of Living relate to Arundhati Roy's other works?
This collection of essays expands on themes of social justice, environmentalism, and anti-globalization that are central to Roy's non-fiction writing, particularly her critiques of development policies in India. It offers a deeper dive into the political and economic issues she also touches upon in her fiction, providing a more direct and polemical perspective.
What is the significance of the Narmada Dam project in this book?
The Narmada Dam project serves as a central case study within the book, illustrating the human and environmental costs of large-scale development. Roy uses it to highlight the displacement of communities and the broader implications of such projects on India's social and political landscape.