Silent Winds, Dry Seas: A Novel

"A descendant of the indentured Indian laborers brought to Mauritius by British colonizers, first-time author Vinod Busjeet’s coming-of-age story depicts the country’s independence and the ensuing conflicts within and across the white, Indian, Chinese and Creole communities. Through the archetypal protagonist, Vishnu Bhushan, and a large ensemble cast of characters, Busjeet charts the evolution of Mauritian society, grounded in its historical context, with sharp wit, poetic charm and graceful insights. There are books where writers play skilled games on the page. And there are books where writers bring their experiences, heart and radical living to the page. This debut, from a writer in his 70s, is a luminous example of the latter."