Such a Long Journey by Rohinton Mistry often in extraordinary circumstances and

often in extraordinary circumstances and demonstrate resilience in the face of overwhelming odds

The streets of Tokyo swarm below fifteen year-old Copper as he gazes out into the city of his childhood

Crew's life seems easy - but with an overbearing father and high expectations

With only books for company

There must be so many more wonderful stories that many others have to share

Such a Long Journey by Rohinton Mistry often in extraordinary circumstances andIt is Bombay in 1971, the year India went to war over what was to become Bangladesh. A hard working bank clerk, Gustad Noble is a devoted family man who gradually sees his modest life unravelling. His young daughter falls ill; his promising son defies his fathers ambitions for him. He is the one reasonable voice amidst the ongoing dramas of his neighbours. One day, he receives a letter from an old friend, asking him to help in what at first seems like