The Cosmopolitans

In “The Cosmopolitans” by Anjum Hasan, meet Qayenaat, a drifting and sensitive figure on the outskirts of Bangalore’s art scene. When the world-renowned artist Baban Reddy, who once hung on her every word, returns to showcase his latest artwork, old longings resurface within her. Baban’s arrival coincides with other significant events, leading Qayenaat on an unexpected journey to war-torn rural India and into an unlikely relationship with a man she never anticipated.

This novel is a captivating exploration of ideas and emotions, delving into the role of art in modern life while painting a vivid portrait of a woman in conflict with the world. With a tender and wry narrative, “The Cosmopolitans” is a thought-provoking and insightful work, solidifying Anjum Hasan’s position as one of today’s most exciting and talented novelists.