Salman Rushdie's Midnight's Children
Book Description
When the clock strikes midnight on August 15, 1947, marking India's birth as an independent nation, something extraordinary occurs. Among the 1,001 children born in that pivotal moment, each emerges into the world carrying supernatural abilities that mirror the mystical transformation of their homeland.
This sweeping narrative follows the intertwined destinies of two of these remarkable children whose lives become forever connected through a fateful switch at birth. One, born to a poor Hindu woman, and the other, heir to a wealthy Muslim family, find their paths crossed by forces beyond their control. Their stories unfold against the backdrop of a nation struggling to define itself through three decades of profound upheaval.
As India navigates partition, political turmoil, and the search for its authentic identity, these characters embark on their own journeys of self-discovery. The personal becomes political, and individual struggles for belonging reflect the larger questions facing an entire civilization. Through the lens of family saga and magical elements, readers witness how personal transformation mirrors collective awakening.
This allegorical tale invites contemplation on themes of identity, destiny, and the mysterious connections that bind us to both our heritage and our chosen paths. It explores how external circumstances shape inner development and how individual consciousness reflects the soul of a nation finding its way.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Short (< 200 pages) (~4 hours)
📄 Length: 126 pages
What You'll Discover
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