Indian author Arundhati Roy's book "The God of Small Things" was published in 1997. The story of a family is told in the book, which is set in Kerala, with a particular emphasis on the lives of fraternal twins Estha and Rahel. The story is told in a non-linear narrative style, with frequent flashbacks and shifts in time and perspective. The book examines socioeconomic inequalities in India as well as subjects like caste, politics, gender, and love.
The chapter 16 titled "A Few Hours Later" is very thrilling and important one which looks at issues including guilt, regret, and the influence of early memories. Rahel and Sophie Mol are both haunted by the memories of the past, and their encounter acts as a catalyst for them to face their sorrow and shame.
The chapter examines the notion that the past and present are intricately linked as well as how the influence of childhood memories can affect an individual's life and decisions. Meeting Rahel and Sophie Mol brings to light how the tragic past events have affected their lives and relationships, as well as how both characters feel a great deal of sorrow and regret. The chapter reinforces the novel's themes of love, loss, guilt, and the complex web of human emotions that bind people together, even across generations.
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