Vikram Seth
Indian author and poet with acclaimed works
Born
June 20th, 1952
73 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
India
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An Indian author and poet, contributions span poetry, novels, and essays. Achieved recognition with the novel 'A Suitable Boy', which explores post-colonial India through the lives of four families. Poetry collection 'Mappings' reflects a journey through various themes including love and identity. Authored 'The Golden Gate', a verse novel in the form of a sonnet sequence set in California. Works often blend personal experiences with wider socio-cultural contexts.
Wrote the novel 'A Suitable Boy'
Published the poetry collection 'Mappings'
Authored 'The Golden Gate', a verse novel
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