Bhima, a domestic servant in the household of Sera Dubash, an upper-class Parsi housewife, develops a bond with her employer over the course of many years as they both suffer through abusive marriages, loss, and disappointments, but their friendship still cannot overcome the restrictions of class and money.
Examines the experience of teens in India, looking at a typical day, what happens in school, family life, holidays, work, and entertainment. Includes photographs, a glossary, and a historical time line.
Describes the historical background, culture, struggles, and achievements of Indian Americans, discusses their challenges for the future, and includes study questions, a time line, and a further reading list with Web sites.
Discusses India's struggle for independence as revealed through the experiences of British officials, Indian nationalists, and the British and Indian communities.
