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A riveting exploration of the dark, brooding presence of the First World War in the lives of the inhabitants of a "soldier's settlement" on Vancouver Island.

Saleem Sinai, the narrator, and modern India itself are followed from the moment of their simultaneous birth through all the convulsions and comedies of their childhood, adolescence, and somewhat q

Larry Weller is like a lot of people. He has built a career, been twice married, has a son, and tries to understand his complex relationship with his parents.