The Afternoon Girl  (English, Paperback, Bajaj Amrinder)

After-Noon Girl: My Khushwant Memoirs by Dr. Amrinder Bajaj is the result of the author’s friendship and interactions with Khushwant Singh, the “grand old man” of Indian Literature.

Summary of the Book

This book is a memoir that portrays the relationship the author shared with one of the most enigmatic and prolific Indian writers. The author is completely in awe and enthralled by her mentor, and conveys her love and devotion for him in this book. A brief encounter of the author and Khushwant Singh leads to an unusual and unconventional friendship between the two. This memoir is not only about the friendship between a student and her guru, but it is also a narrative on the process of writing and publishing. The author shares a special bond with her mentor and confides in him with her most intimate secrets, while he writes to her about his pre-occupation with ageing. Afternoon Girl celebrates a friendship that stood the test of time and lasted for a lifetime. This book is an ideal read for people who enjoy raunchy and tongue-in-cheek humor. 

About Amrinder Bajaj

Amrinder Bajaj is a Senior Consultant and Head of the Department Obstetrics and Gynecology at MAX hospital in Pitampura, Delhi. She has authored several books such as The Adolescent Girl, Sailing Smoothly Through Pregnancy, and Doctor Jokes By A Doctor For The Doctored.