My Rating - 4 out of 5 stars
Publisher - FingerPrintGenre - Biography
Publishing year - 2023
Language - English
ISBN - 978-93-5440-757-4
Pages - 216
Book Review -
Amrita & Victor by Ashwini Bhatnagar is a beautifully written biography that explores the romantic relationship between painter Amrita Sher-Gil and Victor Egan and how their love impacted the artist's life and work.
While the book delves into Amrita's art and eccentric life choices, it is primarily a love story that explores the complex emotions and struggles of two individuals who were deeply in love but faced societal pressures that threatened to tear them apart.
The book is set in the early 20th century and provides a glimpse into the world of art and culture during that time. Amrita, an artist of Indian and Hungarian descent, was a frontiersperson of modern Indian art and a trailblazer in her field. Victor was a doctor but also the first cousin of Amrita; the couple embarked on a passionate love affair and then married against everyone's wishes.
Ashwini Bhatnagar's writing is evocative and poetic, transporting the reader to the vibrant and colorful world of Amrita's art and the tumultuous emotions of the couple's relationship. The book is structured chronologically, tracing the couple's journey from their first meeting to the tragic end of their love story.
The author's extensive research provides the reader with a wealth of information about the historical and cultural context of the couple's lives and Amrita's work.
What sets this book apart from other biographies is the author's nuanced exploration of the emotional and psychological dimensions of the couple's relationship. He reveals their vulnerabilities, insecurities, and fears. The reader gains a deep understanding of how things impacted Amrita's art.
Overall, it is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of art and love and a testament to the enduring power of mortal sentiments. The author's lyrical and engaging writing makes it a fast-paced read. I recommend it to those who are interested in the personal and professional life of one of the most remarkable painters of the 20th century, Amrita Sher-Gil.
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