The Trotter-Nama: A Chronicle 1977-1984 Paperback by I.Allan Sealy

The Trotter-Nama: A Chronicle by I. Allan Sealy is a sweeping, inventive novel that traces the fortunes of the Anglo-Indian Trotter family across seven generations. Narrated by Eugene Aloysius Trotter—the seventh in the line and a miniature painter with a flair for embellishment—the story begins with the flamboyant Justin Aloysius Trotter, known as the Great Trotter, who meets a dramatic end in the 18th century while surveying his estate from a hot air balloon.

Set primarily in and around Lucknow, the novel blends history, satire, and family saga into a rich tapestry of colonial and postcolonial India. The Trotters, caught between British and Indian identities, are portrayed with both humor and poignancy as they navigate shifting cultural landscapes. The narrative is interwoven with journal entries, poems, advertisements, and scholarly asides, creating a layered and immersive reading experience. 

First published in 1988, The Trotter-Nama established Sealy as a major voice in Indian English literature. The novel was awarded the Commonwealth Writers' Prize for Best First Book in 1990 and has since been celebrated for its ambitious scope and inventive storytelling

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