The Hungry Tide Author:Amitav Ghosh Amitav Ghosh has discovered another new territory, summoning a singular, fascinating place, another world, from its history and myth and bringing it to life. Yet 'The Hungry Tide' also explores another and far more unknowable jungle: the human spirit. It is a novel that asks at every turn: what man can take the true measure of another. This is a... more » remarkable book, a whirlwind work of the imagination, as epic in its scope and ambition as Amitav Ghosh's previous, widely acclaimed novels.« less
A cetologist visits India to dtudy the river dolphins. Here she develops relationships with several of the locals. An interesting view of the life, history and geography of India
I enjoyed the descriptive story telling and the way that the lives of the characters intersect and come together through the story. Easy to read and engrossing, I was a bit put off by the somewhat tidy ending.