About the Book: V.S. Naipaul’s The Mystic Masseur is a brilliantly comic tale following Ganesh, a struggling schoolteacher turned masseur, as he rises to become a revered mystic and celebrated author. Set against a vibrant Trinidadian backdrop, the novel introduces a memorable cast of characters—from his eccentric aunt to his devoted wife—whose quirks illuminate Ganesh’s hilarious, bewildering journey to success. With Naipaul’s signature wit, sensitivity, and inventive storytelling, this timeless classic showcases the humor, humanity, and social insight that define one of modern literature’s greatest voices.