C. Subramania Bharati is a renowned Tamilian poet whose works spoke of nationalist sentiments and paved the way for the future of poetry in Tamil Nadu. Who Owns That Song? chronicles his journey as an artist and how his works changed hands a few times before finally being released by the government into the public domain, freeContinue reading “Book Review — Who Owns That Song? by A.R. Venkatachalapathy”
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Book Review — Hush A Bye Baby by Deepanjana Pal
In Deepanjana Pal’s Hush A Bye Baby, renowned gynecologist Dr. Nandita Rai, who is known for her upper class connections and standing up for women’s rights, is accused of conducting sex-selective abortions. When this news spreads like wildfire, all of Mumbai is astounded. As the Mumbai Police chase leads left, right and center, they’re forced toContinue reading “Book Review — Hush A Bye Baby by Deepanjana Pal”
Book Review — Mothering a Muslim by Nazia Erum
Mothering a Muslim by Nazia Erum is a nonfiction that explores the extent of Islamophobia in Indian society by bringing to light horrid instances of bullying and discrimination of Muslim children in schools. As a Muslim mother, Nazia gives voice to the woes of other Muslim women who are caught in the predicament of owning uptoContinue reading “Book Review — Mothering a Muslim by Nazia Erum”
Book Review — The Goat Thief by Perumal Murugan [Translated by N. Kalyan Raman]
Famed Tamilian writer, Perumal Murugan’s 10 short stories have been compiled into this volume called The Goat Thief. Steeped in cultural nuances and throwing light on the simplicities of life, the stories draw our attention towards the very nature of humanity; be it seeking company or obsessing over ordinary objects. Some of these tales are testament toContinue reading “Book Review — The Goat Thief by Perumal Murugan [Translated by N. Kalyan Raman]”
The Life Stories 