The Reluctant Fundamentalist by Mohsin Hamid is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that examines themes of identity, belonging, and the impact of global events on personal lives. The story unfolds as a dramatic monologue by Changez, a Pakistani man, who recounts his life to an American stranger in a Lahore café. Changez narrates his journey from being a high-achieving Princeton graduate and successful employee at a prestigious valuation firm in New York to feeling alienated in post-9/11 America. His relationship with Erica, an American woman struggling with her own personal losses, adds complexity to his experiences. As Changez becomes disillusioned with the American dream, he finds himself questioning his values, loyalties, and the nature of global power dynamics.
- Pages: 146
- Genre: Literary fiction
- Language(s): Persian (Farsi)
- ISBN: 9789641915645
- Persian Title: کتاب بنیادگرای ناراضی اثر محسن حمید
