Description
“Ice Candy Man” is a novel written by Pakistani author Bapsi Sidhwa. This novel, also published under the title “Cracking India” in some editions, was first published in 1988. The story is set in the city of Lahore during the tumultuous time of the partition of India in 1947.
The novel is narrated through the eyes of a young girl named Lenny, who belongs to the Parsi community in Lahore. Lenny is afflicted with polio, which leaves her physically challenged but with a keen and observant mind. Through her perspective, the reader witnesses the horrors and chaos of the partition, as communities and families are torn apart by religious and political conflicts.
“Ice Candy Man” explores the partition of India from the perspective of a child and the impact of the violence and hatred on individuals and communities. The character of the “Ice Candy Man” is a central figure in the story, and his interactions with Lenny’s family provide a lens through which the novel examines the complexities of identity, love, and human nature in the face of social upheaval.
Bapsi Sidhwa’s novel is known for its powerful and evocative portrayal of the partition of India and the human suffering that resulted from it. It delves into themes of communal tension, displacement, and the personal experiences of individuals caught in the midst of historical events. “Ice Candy Man” is considered a significant work of South Asian literature and has been widely acclaimed for its storytelling and social commentary.
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