Kiran Desai
Author of 'The Inheritance of Loss'
Born
September 3rd, 1971
54 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An Indian-American author gained recognition for the novel 'The Inheritance of Loss', which won the Booker Prize in 2006. The narrative explores themes of immigration, cultural identity, and the effects of globalization. Desai's work often reflects personal experiences and the complexities of belonging to two cultures. Other significant works include 'Hullabaloo in the Guava Orchard' and 'The Inheritance of Loss', which was both critically acclaimed and popular among readers. Desai has received several literary awards throughout her career, affirming her position in contemporary literature.
Won the Booker Prize for 'The Inheritance of Loss'
Published 'Hullabaloo in the Guava Orchard'
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