‘This Is Where the Serpent Lives’ by Daniyal Mueenuddin book review
The Washington Post • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Daniyal Mueenuddin’s debut collection, "In Other Rooms, Other Wonders," was published 17 years ago and received critical acclaim, including being a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize.
- The book is praised for its detailed portrayal of feudal society in contemporary Pakistan, covering a wide social spectrum from wealthy landowners to workers and middle managers.
- Critics have compared Mueenuddin’s narrative style and character depth to literary greats like Tolstoy and Edward P. Jones.
- The collection is noted for its exquisite prose and vivid sense of place, establishing Mueenuddin as a significant literary voice.
- Anticipation remains high for any new work from Mueenuddin, given the quality and impact
