To read Unaccustomed Earth and only take away an experience of cultural tourism would be akin to reading Dante only to retain how medieval Italians slurped their spaghetti. The literary prize committees should once again take note. is the result of tying examination of exile to other, more universal moments of essential sadness in our lives: the death of a parent, the end of a love affair, the ravages of alcoholism on a family.” - The Boston Globe The remarkable poignancy Lahiri achieves in her work.

Lahiri is a genius of the miniature stroke and the great arc.” -Elizabeth Taylor, Chicago Tribune “Lahiri steps back from the action, gets out of the way, so the people and things in her stories can exist the way real things do: richly, ambiguously, without explanation.” - Time Reading stories is hypnotizing-like falling into a dream.” - People (four stars) Lahiri handles her characters without leaving any fingerprints.” - The New York Times Book Review Lahiri's fiction delves deep into the universal theme of isolation.” - Fresh Air Haunting.” - Los Angeles Times Book Review

of an artist wise in enigmas and human mystery.” - The Miami Herald A gorgeous, meticulous and inviting work. Both universal and deeply felt.” - The Washington Post Book World “A testament to Lahiri's emotional wisdom and consummate artistry as a writer.” - The New York Times Never before has Lahiri mined so perfectly the secrets of the human heart.” - USA Today Showcases a considerable talent in full bloom.” - San Francisco Chronicle

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