{"product_id":"socialite-evenings","title":"Socialite Evenings by Shobhaa De","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook Summary:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKaruna, a prominent Bombay socialite, is trying to flee the nightmare of the present by escaping into the past. An unhappy divorce and a succession of sordid affairs have left her bruised and battered and, in an effort to forget, Karuna begins writing her memoirs. As the story of her life unfolds we see how the gauche middle-class girl metamorphoses into a star—and we also meet her friends and enemies: neurotic, man-hungry Anjali; gorgeous, vivacious Ritu; trampy, outrageous Si; Abe, who prefers young girls; Varun, a high-profile editor with a penchant for young boys; Krish, the pretentious adman, whose wife actively helps him in his extra-marital affairs; Girish, the art-film maker in search of the perfect 'Shakuntala.' All of these characters and more play out their lives against the backdrop of Bombay—a city unique unto itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShobhaa De\u003c\/strong\u003e is an Indian author, columnist, and former model. She's known for her provocative and insightful writing on Indian society, culture, and politics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome notable aspects of De's work include :\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExploration of Indian Society: De's novels often explore the intricacies of Indian society, including the lives of the wealthy, the role of women, and the impact of globalization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControversy and Critique: De's work has been both praised and criticized for its candid portrayal of sensitive topics, sparking conversations about social norms and values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiverse Writing: De has written novels, essays, and columns, showcasing her versatility as a writer and her ability to engage with various topics and formats.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45156499095738,"sku":"2BQDVM75U-Used","price":15.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/SocialiteEvenings.jpg?v=1758604846","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/socialite-evenings","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}