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Historical Fiction· Bangladesh

A Golden Age

by Tahmima Anam
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
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Published 2007English
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About This Book

A Golden Age by Tahmima Anam is a landmark work of historical fiction, first published in 2007. A Golden Age is a poignant novel set against the backdrop of the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971. Tahmima Anam's debut novel tells the story of Rehana Haque, a widow whose life is irrevocably changed as she becomes embroiled in the struggle for her country's independence. The book is celebrated for its vivid portrayal of war and its impact on personal lives, capturing the resilience and courage of ordinary people. Themes of war, independence, family run through the work. The book has received recognition from Commonwealth Writers' Prize 2008.

Book Details

AuthorTahmima Anam
Published2007
Country of Origin🇧🇩 Bangladesh
LanguageEnglish
Category🗺️ Historical Fiction
ISBN9780061478758
Editorial Score30/100
About the Category

🗺️ Historical Fiction

Novels set in the past, blending real events with fictional narratives.

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Country of Origin

🇧🇩 Bangladesh

This book is part of Bangladesh's rich literary tradition.

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Editorial Assessment

First published in 2007, Tahmima Anam's A Golden Age is a work of historical fiction that has drawn sustained interest from critics and prize committees alike. Its engagement with war, independence, family, sacrifice gives the book a depth that extends well beyond its genre. The book's place in the literary record rests on its presence across major prize lists and critical surveys. Among its recognitions: Commonwealth Writers' Prize 2008. Its aggregate editorial score of 30/100 reflects recognition from 1 independent editorial sources, from international prizes to specialist critical journals. What distinguishes A Golden Age is how it handles its central concerns — war, independence, family, sacrifice — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it. A Golden Age reflects Tahmima Anam's place in a wider literary tradition. The book's concerns resonate with Bangladesh's broader cultural preoccupations, even as they reach beyond any single national context.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

Awards & Recognition

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About the Author
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Tahmima Anam is a Bangladesh author whose work in historical fiction has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Golden Age about?

A Golden Age is a poignant novel set against the backdrop of the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971. Tahmima Anam's debut novel tells the story of Rehana Haque, a widow whose life is irrevocably changed as she becomes embroiled in the struggle for her country's independence. The book is celebrated for its vivid portrayal of war and its impact on personal lives, capturing the resilience and courage of ordinary people.

Who wrote A Golden Age?

A Golden Age was written by Tahmima Anam, from Bangladesh. First published in 2007.

What awards has A Golden Age won?

A Golden Age has received the following recognition: Commonwealth Writers' Prize 2008.

Is A Golden Age worth reading?

A Golden Age is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in war, independence, family.

Where can I buy A Golden Age?

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What category is A Golden Age?

A Golden Age is classified as Historical Fiction. Novels set in the past, blending real events with fictional narratives.

What country is A Golden Age from?

A Golden Age originates from Bangladesh's literary tradition. Explore more books from Bangladesh on our country page.

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