The Moment of the Banyan
Author: Armin Wandrewala
Year: 2025
Dispatch starts from 25th March 2025
About the Book:
A sweeping work of fiction, The Moment of the Banyan chronicles the journey of an extended, multi-generational Parsee Zoroastrian family from 1895 onwards. Through love, betrayal, sacrifice, and triumph, the novel paints a vivid portrait of this minuscule yet vibrant community, capturing its way of life in Gujarat’s agrarian villages, coastal towns like Navsari and Udvada, old Bombay, and beyond.
Richly researched and infused with ‘Arminesque’ humor, the book delves into Parsee/Irani Zoroastrian traditions, ceremonial rites, reet-rivaaj, cuisine, and language while offering insights into their religious and cultural heritage. It also navigates the internal controversies that have shaped the community over time.
This novel is more than just a family saga—it is a tribute to stories that deserve preservation, ensuring that the essence of a unique culture lives on in the pages of literature.
Key Features:
- A century-spanning tale of a Parsee Zoroastrian family.
- Immersive storytelling interwoven with real cultural and religious traditions.
- A well-researched depiction of Parsee life in Gujarat, Bombay, and the diaspora.
- Insightful exploration of Zoroastrian beliefs, customs, and community dynamics.
- Written with Armin Wandrewala’s signature wit and linguistic finesse.
Ideal For:
- Lovers of historical and cultural fiction.
- Readers interested in Parsee Zoroastrian heritage.
- Those who appreciate rich, character-driven family sagas.
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