A Fine Balance
14 hrs. 51 min.
Language
Russian
Author
Rohinton Mistry
Author
Rohinton Mistry
Narrator
Dmitry Chepusov
Narrator
Dmitry Chepusov
Description
Rohinton Mistry, a Canadian writer of Indian origin, is known for his three novels—each of which was nominated for the Booker Prize.
This novel has received the Governor General’s Award and the British Commonwealth award.
Its film adaptation, released in 1998, won twelve Genie Awards—the top film award in Canada.
The first novel that brought Rohinton Mistry worldwide fame.
1971. During a conflict between India and Pakistan, where Pakistan does not recognize the independence of Bengalis, political propaganda through the media divides people. However, Gustad Noble, an honest bank clerk and caring family man, is least susceptible to its influence—though his familiar world is collapsing.
The son rebels against his father’s principles, a friend gets drawn into deception, and the daughter develops a serious illness.
The author repeatedly places the hero before difficult decisions, exploring key questions such as family, friendship, morality, and humaneness.
This novel has received the Governor General’s Award and the British Commonwealth award.
Its film adaptation, released in 1998, won twelve Genie Awards—the top film award in Canada.
The first novel that brought Rohinton Mistry worldwide fame.
1971. During a conflict between India and Pakistan, where Pakistan does not recognize the independence of Bengalis, political propaganda through the media divides people. However, Gustad Noble, an honest bank clerk and caring family man, is least susceptible to its influence—though his familiar world is collapsing.
The son rebels against his father’s principles, a friend gets drawn into deception, and the daughter develops a serious illness.
The author repeatedly places the hero before difficult decisions, exploring key questions such as family, friendship, morality, and humaneness.
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