{"product_id":"karnos-daughter-the-lives-of-an-indian-maid","title":"Karno's Daughter : The Lives Of An Indian Maid","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKarno's Daughter: The Lives of an Indian Maid\u003c\/strong\u003e by Rimli Sengupta is a biography that chronicles the life of a woman known as \"Buttermilk,\" the author's maid in Calcutta, whose story spans the city, the suburbs and her village. Following her experiences over five decades, the book presents a deeply personal account of resilience, family, work and survival while revealing the realities of balancing life as a domestic worker and a rice farmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough an intimate and character-driven narrative, the biography explores themes of migration, identity, hardship and perseverance. It captures both the challenges and moments of joy that shape Buttermilk's extraordinary life, offering readers a nuanced portrait of an individual whose experiences reflect broader social and cultural realities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrative traces Buttermilk's journey across multiple generations of family life, her work in Calcutta and her enduring connection to agriculture in her village. As she moves between different worlds, the book highlights the creativity, determination and adaptability that sustain her through betrayal, loss and continual change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKarno's Daughter: The Lives of an Indian Maid\u003c\/strong\u003e combines biography with social observation, portraying a woman whose life remains closely tied to the land even as she navigates the demands of urban employment. Told with warmth and humour, the book reflects on dignity, endurance and the strength required to face life's uncertainties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe life story of a woman known as \"Buttermilk\" over five decades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHer experiences as a domestic worker in Calcutta and a rice farmer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe connections between family, village life and the city.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStories of resilience, betrayal, love and perseverance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflections on migration, identity and everyday survival.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA character-driven biography shaped by wit and humanity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders of biography and life writing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose interested in contemporary Indian society.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders exploring stories of resilience and rural-urban life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of narrative non-fiction centred on remarkable individuals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKarno's Daughter: The Lives of an Indian Maid\u003c\/strong\u003e offers an intimate portrait of an extraordinary life shaped by determination, family and an enduring connection to the land. It is a thoughtful biography for readers interested in personal histories and the lived experiences of ordinary people navigating changing worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rimli Sengupta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54553976865043,"sku":"BY36.421","price":380.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/booksandyou.in\/products\/karnos-daughter-the-lives-of-an-indian-maid","provider":"Books and You","version":"1.0","type":"link"}