Nectar In A Sieve

Nectar In A Sieve is a novel written by Kamala Markandaya. The story is set in rural India during the early 20th century and follows the life of a young woman named Rukmani. Rukmani is married off to a poor farmer named Nathan at a young age and together they struggle to make ends meet. The novel explores the themes of poverty, family, love, and resilience in the face of adversity. As Rukmani and Nathan face numerous challenges, including droughts, floods, and illness, they must find a way to survive and provide for their family. The novel also delves into the complex relationships between the characters, including Rukmani's relationship with her daughter-in-law and her friendship with a local tannery worker. Nectar In A Sieve is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the struggles of rural life in India during a time of great change.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.