Seventy . . . And to Hell With It
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A deliciously irreverent, witty, and deeply empathetic memoir celebrating the author’s milestone year, blending intensely personal life lessons with an unfiltered look at modern India
| Author Name |
Shobhaa De |
|---|---|
| ISBN |
9780143414247 |
| Year of Publication |
2017 |
| Pages |
320 |
| Language |
English |
| Binding |
Paperback |
| Publisher |
Penguin |
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ISBN: 9780143414247
Year Of Publication: 2017
Pages : 320
Language : English
Binding : Paperback
Publisher: Penguin
The book explores the terrain of a life fully lived, focusing on aging, evolving public behavior, and the shifting dynamics of contemporary society. It actively tackles topics that are usually swept under the rug—such as modern relationships, ever-present human fears, and grief—transforming personal experiences into universal guidelines
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Shobhaa De is one of India's most iconic columnists, novelists, and social commentators. Often referred to as India's "Jackie Collins," she broke literary ground with her candid portrayals of urban India in bestsellers like Socialite Evenings and Starry Nights. Renowned for her sharp observational skills, delicious wit, and refusal to self-censor, her writings continue to serve as highly popular cultural touchstones across generations
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The narrative chronicles Shobhaa De's deep reflections as she navigates her milestone seventies, aligning her personal journey with the historical timeline of India's independence. Moving away from traditional, preachy formats, the book is structured around: [1]
- Intensely felt lessons on loving, living, and unapologetically embracing one's true age.
- A sharp, witty critique of high-society habits, evolving friendships, and public changing trends.
- Candid entries detailing her handling of private grief and family expectations.
Ultimately, the summary proves that age is merely a number, offering a wise, bold, and fiercely independent blueprint for living on one's own terms
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