seven summers

Book Specifications:

• Title: Seven Summers
• Publisher: Hind Pocket Books
• Author: Mulk Raj Anand
• Language: English
• Pages: 238
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Used - Good (Pages are yellowish)

About the Book:

Seven Summers by Mulk Raj Anand is the first volume of the author’s celebrated seven-part autobiographical series and remains one of the most evocative portrayals of childhood in Indian literature. Originally published in 1951, the book draws upon Anand’s own early experiences in colonial India, blending memory, imagination, and literary artistry to recreate the emotional world of youth. Through the eyes of the young protagonist Krishan, readers are introduced to the complexities of family life, social customs, caste divisions, cultural traditions, and the gradual awakening of individual consciousness. Rich in sensory detail and human insight, the narrative captures both the innocence of childhood and the social realities of a changing India. Widely admired for its lyrical prose and autobiographical depth, Seven Summers offers a compelling exploration of identity, memory, and personal growth. Published by Hind Pocket Books, this paperback edition is an essential read for lovers of Indian literature, autobiographical fiction, and cultural history.