- Hardcover: 263 pages
- Publisher: W&N; First Edition edition (11 Aug 1997)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1861590830
- ISBN-13: 978-1861590831
- Product Dimensions: 22.5 x 14.5 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 5,398,617 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Rajesh Despande is a teacher of science and an exponent of rational thinking in a small Indian town. He is determined to prove that the forthcoming eclipse of the Sun is not a mystical religious miracle, but a scientific fact.
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Phil Whitaker divides his time between working as a GP and writing. He lives in Somerset with his wife and two children.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
On the face of it, Eclipse of the Sun is the story of science teacher Rajesh Deshpande, his faithful wife and the arrival of a beautiful new teacher, a potential threat to the marriage. But it's so much more than that.
I've never been to India but when I recall reading this book I feel as if I have. The people, the heat, the way of life all come vividly to life and stay with the reader long after you reluctantly come to the last page and close the book.
I fell a little bit in love with all of the characters, despite (because of?) their very human flaws. Not only is the story itself a page-turner (I stayed up til 4 a.m. on the first reading) but each time I read it I appreciate another layer, more detail and enjoy it all over again.
I still find it hard to believe that this was Mr Whitaker's first novel. I've since gone on to read all of his excellent (and all so very different) books and am keenly awaiting the arrival of his latest (Freak of Nature).
My only question now is why hasn't this wonderful story been made into a film!
I've never been to India but when I recall reading this book I feel as if I have. The people, the heat, the way of life all come vividly to life and stay with the reader long after you reluctantly come to the last page and close the book.
I fell a little bit in love with all of the characters, despite (because of?) their very human flaws. Not only is the story itself a page-turner (I stayed up til 4 a.m. on the first reading) but each time I read it I appreciate another layer, more detail and enjoy it all over again.
I still find it hard to believe that this was Mr Whitaker's first novel. I've since gone on to read all of his excellent (and all so very different) books and am keenly awaiting the arrival of his latest (Freak of Nature).
My only question now is why hasn't this wonderful story been made into a film!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is the story of Rajesh Deshpande, teacher of science, and his crusade against ignorance and superstition in a small town in India. A total eclipse of the Sun provides a perfect opportunity for Desphande to confront the forces of darkness--in more ways than one. Does reason come out the victor or is it vanquished? To find out, you will simply have to buy a copy of this beautifully crafted first novel.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is the story of Rajesh Deshpande, teacher of science, and his crusade against ignorance and superstition in a small town in India. A total eclipse of the Sun provides a perfect opportunity for Desphande to confront the forces of darkness--in more ways than one. Does reason come out the victor or is it vanquished? The answer you will find in this beautifully crafted first novel. Strong characters, a setting so authentic you can almost smell it, and an ingenious and beautifully orchestrated story. What more could you want?
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