The pleasure seeker Hanif Kureishi made his name with stories of youthful rebellion and desire. His latest novel,
narrated by a psychoanalyst, takes his portrayal of masculinity into middle-age, writes Aida Edemariam
A mixing of reason The racy pace results in loose threads and the plot loses out on promise.
BROWSERS NOOK
The name is Bond... An assorted mix of people, places, animals and events served with a dash of humour.
Exploring experience From Kippers to Karimeen A Life Psyche Abraham
Roli Books, pp 214, Rs 295.
Uncomfortable truths Confluences Indian Women, Indian Goddesses
Nishi Chawla, Indialog, pp 109, Rs 195.
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