Pashmina (graphic novel)
Pashmina is a debut graphic novel written by Nidhi Chanani.[1] The novel focuses on the relationship between an Indian-American mother and her teenage daughter.[2]
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| Author | Nidhi Chanani |
|---|---|
| Country | USA |
| Language | English |
| Subject | Graphic Novel |
| Genre | Children's Novel |
| Published | First Second Books |
Publication date | 2017 |
| Media type | Book |
| Pages | 168 pages |
| ISBN | 978-16-2672-087-9 |
Synopsis
Protagonist Priyanka Das's mother leaves India many years ago and refrains from revealing why, but Priyanka's discovery of a pashmina shawl hidden in a suitcase helps her imagine a homeland she has never been to.[3]
Adaptation
On August 22, 2019, it was reported that Gurinder Chadha will be directing a feature film based on the novel for Netflix. It will be produced by Ashok Amritraj.[4]
References
- "Can India Be Her Homeland, Even if She's Never Been There?". New York Times. 10 November 2017.
- "Nidhi Chanani's New Graphic Novel Explores The Mother-Daughter Relationship". Mid-Day. 28 April 2018.
- "Can India Be Her Homeland, Even if She's Never Been There?". Publishers Weekly. 5 May 2018.
- D'Alessandro, Anthony (22 August 2019). "Hyde Park Entertainment Asia Launches With Multicultural Film & TV Slate". Deadline. Retrieved 23 August 2019.
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