The Hungry Tide

"The Hungry Tide" by Amitav Ghosh is a novel set in the Sundarbans, a fragile and complex ecosystem of tidal waterways and mangrove forests in India and Bangladesh. It explores themes of environmental conservation, human resilience, and cultural diversity through the stories of local residents, researchers, and conservationists. The narrative highlights the delicate balance between nature and human activity, emphasizing the region’s beauty and vulnerability. Ghosh combines factual ecological insights with compelling character stories, illustrating how the tide’s rhythm governs life in this unique landscape and raising awareness about the importance of protecting such endangered environments.