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1954
BHOWANI JUNCTION
John Masters

BHOWANI JUNCTION

A Novel

by John Masters

Viking Press · 1954

Peak rank

#5

Weeks on list

11

Debuted

April 1954

Chart History

#1510151954

11 weeks on the Hardcover Fiction list, peaking at #5

Set amidst the turbulence of the British withdrawal from India. It is notable for its portrayal of the Eurasian (Anglo-Indian) community, who were caught in their loyalties between the departing British and the majority Indian population. The Anglo-Indian characters in the novel, like many members of their community, are closely involved with the Indian railway system.

All Appearances

8May 2, 1954wk 3
6↑2May 9, 1954wk 4
5↑1May 16, 1954wk 5
7↓2May 23, 1954wk 6
6↑1May 30, 1954wk 7
8↓2June 6, 1954wk 8
9↓1June 13, 1954wk 9
10↓1June 20, 1954wk 10
12↓2June 27, 1954wk 11

Details

Published
1954
Pages
410
Publisher
Viking Press
Categories
Fiction

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