Download or read book Budhini written by Sarah Joseph and published by Hamish Hamilton. This book was released on 2021-08 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On 6 December 1959, Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru went to Dhanbad district in Jharkhand to inaugurate the Panchet Dam across the Damodar river. A fifteen-year-old girl, Budhini, chosen by the Damodar Valley Corporation welcomed him with a garland and placed a tikka on his forehead. When these ceremonial gestures were interpreted as an act of matrimony, the fifteen-year-old was ostracized by her village and let go from her job as a construction worker, citing violation of Santal traditions. Budhini was outlawed for 'marrying outside her community'. Budhini Mejhan's is the tale of an uprooted life, told here through the contemporary lens of Rupi Murmu, a young journalist distantly related to her and determined to excavate her story. In this reimagined history, Sarah Joseph evokes Budhini with vigour, authority and panache, conjuring up a robust and endearing feminine character and reminding us of the lives and stories that should never be forgotten. Translated by her daughter, Sangeetha Sreenivasan, a fiercely individualistic novelist herself, Sarah Joseph's Budhini powerfully invokes the wider bio-politics of our relentless modernization and the dangers of being indifferent to ecological realities.

Download or read book Indian Feminist Ecocriticism written by Douglas A. Vakoch and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2022-08-08 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Following Françoise d’Eaubonne’s creation of the term “ecofeminism” in 1974, scholars around the world have explored ways that the degradation of the environment and the subjugation of women are linked. In the nearly three decades since the publication of the classical work Ecofeminism by Maria Mies and Vandana Shiva in 1993, several collections have appeared that apply ecofeminism to literary criticism, also known as feminist ecocriticism. The most recent of these include anthologies that emphasize international perspectives, furthering the comparative task launched by Mies and Shiva. To date, however, there have been no books devoted to gaining a broad-based understanding of feminist ecocriticism in India, understood in its own terms. Our new volume Indian Feminist Ecocriticism offers a survey of literature as seen through an ecofeminist lens by Indian scholars, which places contemporary literary analysis through a sampling of its diverse languages and in the context of millennia-old mythic traditions of India.

Download or read book Budhini written by Sarah Joseph and published by Penguin Random House India Private Limited. This book was released on 2021-04-12 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On 6 December 1959, Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru went to Dhanbad district in Jharkhand to inaugurate the Panchet Dam across the Damodar river. A fifteen-year-old girl, Budhini, chosen by the Damodar Valley Corporation welcomed him with a garland and placed a tikka on his forehead. When these ceremonial gestures were interpreted as an act of matrimony, the fifteen-year-old was ostracized by her village and let go from her job as a construction worker, citing violation of Santal traditions. Budhini was outlawed for 'marrying outside her community'. Budhini Mejhan's is the tale of an uprooted life, told here through the contemporary lens of Rupi Murmu, a young journalist distantly related to her and determined to excavate her story. In this reimagined history, Sarah Joseph evokes Budhini with vigour, authority and panache, conjuring up a robust and endearing feminine character and reminding us of the lives and stories that should never be forgotten. Translated by her daughter, Sangeetha Sreenivasan, a fiercely individualistic novelist herself, Sarah Joseph's Budhini powerfully invokes the wider bio-politics of our relentless modernization and the dangers of being indifferent to ecological realities.

Download or read book To Kill A Democracy written by Debasish Roy Chowdhury and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2021-06-24 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: India is heralded as the world's largest democracy. Yet, there is now growing alarm about its democratic health. To Kill a Democracy gets to the heart of the matter. Combining poignant life stories with sharp scholarly insight, it rejects the belief that India was once a beacon of democracy but is now being ruined by the destructive forces of Modi-style populism. The book details the much deeper historical roots of the present-day assaults on civil liberties and democratic institutions. Democracy, the authors also argue, is much more than elections and the separation of powers. It is a whole way of life lived in dignity, and that is why they pay special attention to the decaying social foundations of Indian democracy. In compelling fashion, the book describes daily struggles for survival and explains how lived social injustices and unfreedoms rob Indian elections of their meaning, while at the same time feeding the decadence and iron-fisted rule of its governing institutions. Much more than a book about India, To Kill A Democracy argues that what is happening in the country is globally important, and not just because every third person living in a democracy is an Indian. It shows that when democracies rack and ruin their social foundations, they don't just kill off the spirit and substance of democracy. They lay the foundations for despotism.

Download or read book Field Notes from a Waterborne Land written by Parimal Bhattacharya and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2021-12-30 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the late 2000s, when the three-decade-long Left Front rule in West Bengal was crumbling, Parimal Bhattacharya began to travel outside the well-trodden urban centres to different parts of the region - from the Sundarbans to tribal Jangalmahal, from the outskirts of Kolkata to villages on the Bangladesh border, from the floodplains of the Hooghly to the forests of Simlipal in neighbouring Odisha. There, he encountered: a woman who was branded a witch because she was listed in the census as literate; an island that vanished famously, only to resurface; a paralysed communist who dreams about the death of a river; a forest community who believe they are descendants of the Harappans; an old millworker and his wife who fight the ghosts of a dead industrial town with laughter; a fisherman uprooted by a river eleven times in twenty years; and many more. This book documents the missing narratives of these 'other' Bengalis, the largely invisible majority beyond the bhadralok that the rest of India knows. Moving between the personal and the political, and between travelogue, journal and memoir, Field Notes from a Waterborne Land takes the reader on a journey across a fascinating land peopled with unforgettable characters.

Download or read book The Confession of Sultana Daku written by Sujit Saraf and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2010-01-18 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 7 July 1924. Sultana Daku, notorious leader of a gang of bhantu dacoits that terrorized the towns and villages of the United Provinces, awaits Lt. Col. Samuel Pearce’s arrival in Haldwani jail. It is Sultana’s last night. In the morning he will be hanged. Wrapped in a haze of charas and nostalgia, the daku speaks all night as the Englishman listens. He recounts tales of incredible feats and narrow escapes, of the camaraderie he shared with his bhantu companions, of his love for the nautanki dancer Phulkanwar, and of the shocking betrayal that brought him to the gallows. But even as Pearce and the reader are drawn into Sultana’s confession, the contradictions that emerge reveal the daku’s own demons—his fears, superstitions and ruthless excesses—and an unshakeable belief in his criminal destiny that clashes all too often with his secret longings and hopes. Combining swashbuckling adventure with a moving story of human frailty and fortitude, The Confession of Sultana Daku is a grand narrative that is as mesmerizing as it is unsettling. Told with remarkable flair, passion and a rare sensitivity, it seals Sujit Saraf’s reputation as a master storyteller.

Download or read book Fine Family written by Gurcharan Das and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2000-10-14 with total page 475 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This majestic novel by the author of India Unbound is the extraordinary chronicle, rich in passion and incident, of a Punjabi family that is uprooted from its settled existence in Lyallpur by the violence of Partition and forced to flee to India. Everything is lost in the transition, but when a son is born into the family, hopes revive of rebuilding the family's fortunes, the efforts towards which mirror those of India itself as it struggles to build itself anew.

Download or read book Narratives from the Margins written by Sanjukta Das Gupta and published by Primus Books. This book was released on 2012 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Adivasis have principally been studied in the context of rebellion, environmental history and the politics of identity. However, preoccupations with definitions and notions of identity, while important in themselves, tend to shift attention away from the inner lives of these communities. This book deals with different aspects of the histories of adivasi communities -- from Rajasthan in the west to Bengal and Orissa in the east. The essays in this book discuss a range of issues affecting the socio-economic and cultural life of adivasis and explore the long term continuities and discontinuities between different political regimes. They also reflect some of the new concerns that have come up relating to methodology and sources, historiography and colonial concerns, the impact of missionaries, gender issues, the agrarian situation, famines and migration. Some of the issues addressed in this volume are the genesis and development of 'tribal' studies in India during the colonial period; the peasantization of adivasi groups and their assimilation within the Hindu caste fold as reflected in Tulsidas' Ramcharitmanas; the work of the Protestant missions among the Santals of Chotanagpur; the social and ritual relations between the Bhils and the Rajput ruling dynasties of Dungarpur in southern Rajasthan; the aspect of agrarian change among the Hos of Singhbhum; the factors behind the migration from Chotanagpur, its nature and organization and its impact upon the adivasi village community; the question of women's agency in colonial Chotanagpur; and an exploration of land rights, witchcraft, employment patterns and how women challenged patriarchy in their everyday lives; and the impact of globalisation and liberalization upon adivasis in contemporary India. The book will be of use to students and scholars of history, anthropology and sociology and also to policy-planners.

Download or read book Manjaveyil Maranangal written by Benyamin and published by D C Books. This book was released on 2011-08-27 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Untouchables written by Bonomali Goswami and published by Mittal Publications. This book was released on 1994-01-01 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Storizen Magazine March 2021 Seeking Divine Love Swami Mukundananda written by Saurabh Chawla and published by Storizen Media. This book was released on 2021-03-20 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spirituality is not just a science, it's a way of life. In order to realize your full potential, you must be aware of who you are as a person! It's time to awaken your best self. We are immensely glad to feature the spiritual leader, speaker, and author, Swami Mukundananda who has written his latest book, "7 Divine Laws To Awaken Your Best Self". We had a great time interviewing Swami Ji and understood how one can lead a harmonious life and seek divine love! Power-packed with awesome book reviews, hottest new book releases, wonderful poetry, and beautiful stories, this is the issue you can't miss. Without further adieu, we are delighted to share the link to Storizen Magazine March 2021 issue! Do read, like, comment, share, and subscribe.

Download or read book Soul s Gate written by James L. Rubart and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2012-11-05 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Every now and then we get a break from reality. A glimpse into the other world that is more real than the reality we live in 99 percent of our days. The Bible is about a world of demons and angels and great evil and even greater glory.” What if you could travel inside another person’s soul? To battle for them. To be part of Jesus healing their deepest wounds. To help set them free to step boldly into their divinely designed future. Thirty years ago that’s exactly what Reece Roth did. Until tragedy shattered his life and ripped away his future. Now God has drawn Reece out of the shadows to fulfill a prophecy spoken over him three decades ago. A prophecy about four warriors with the potential to change the world . . . if Reece will face his deepest regret and teach them what he has learned. They gather at a secluded and mysterious ranch deep in the mountains of Colorado, where they will learn to see the spiritual world around them with stunning clarity—and how to step into the supernatural. Their training is only the beginning. The four have a destiny to pursue a freedom even Reece doesn’t fully fathom. But they have an enemy hell-bent on destroying them and he’ll stop at nothing to keep them from their quest for true freedom and the coming battle of souls. “Readers with high blood pressure or heart conditions be warned: this is a seriously heart-thumping and satisfying read that goes to the edge, jumps off, and 'builds wings on the way down.'” —Publishers Weekly

Download or read book A Slice of Calicut Halwa written by DR. K N RAGHAVAN and published by Zorba Books. This book was released on 2020-02-01 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fiction Book in English The year is 1985. A brilliant young girl, full of promise, has just begun classes at her local college. Rema is excited about this new phase in her life, when all hell breaks loose. She begins to be harassed by a young man from the law college, during the bus journeys from home to college and back. Her confidence is shattered, her sense of self destroyed. Although things take a turn for the better when she makes a new friend in college, her troubles are far from over. Eventually, she gets married to a young lawyer but her marriage is a trap from which there is no escape. To make matters worse, one day the man who abused her when she was in college re-enters her life. He leaves no chance to subject her to further abuse and violence. Rema is at a loss about how to deal with this impossible situation. What will Rema do? How will she turn the situation around? How will she face the demon who has taken it upon himself to take away everything she holds dear? This is the moving and uplifting story of a woman who refuses to let the hostile conditions of her life bring her down. She fights through everything to emerge stronger and better. Unfortunately, she has to take extreme measures to fight her abuser. This is an important commentary on women’s place in contemporary Indian society and the conditions of their existence. Rema’s story brings with it a slice of life in Calicut, a city located in north Kerala. To watch the book trailer video click

Download or read book Swachh Bharat written by Mridula Sinha, Dr. R.K. Sinha and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2021-01-19 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In an Indian household; the cleaning up of the house is the first step towards the celebration of an approaching festival. Not only it is hygienic but the symbolic significance of the festival is enhanced many times by this act of cleaning. It symbolizes purity of mind and clarity of thoughts before one goes to pray and celebrate an event of importance. These acts lead us to the attainment of the ultimate elation; where the body is in the pink of health and the mind is in the depths of joy. Such insight and farsightedness in thought and actions have been the hallmark of the Indian history. These actions are nothing but the manifestations of our rich cultural heritage. A festival is a symbol of a prosperous society and a rich culture; it signifies growth and development. Therefore; any development; any growth is no less than a festival and the primary step to a celebration; which starts with cleanliness. For India; ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyan’ is nothing but the first step towards celebrating development and prosperity. Certainly this book will facilitate the fulfillment of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. Swachh Bharat by Mridula Sinha, Dr. R.K. Sinha: Explore the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Clean India Campaign) and its significance in promoting cleanliness and sanitation. Mridula Sinha and Dr. R.K. Sinha likely provide insights into the campaign's objectives, implementation, and impact on India's cleanliness drive. It offers readers a comprehensive understanding of this nationwide initiative. Key Aspects of the Book "Swachh Bharat": Clean India Campaign: Learn about the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, its origins, and its goals. Promoting Sanitation: Explore the importance of cleanliness and sanitation in the context of public health and environmental well-being. Mridula Sinha and Dr. R.K. Sinha likely shed light on the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in "Swachh Bharat." This book aims to raise awareness about the importance of cleanliness and hygiene in India.

Download or read book An Inch Away From Death written by Siddarth Rajagopal and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2012-07-18 with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Peter Andreza takes a flight to his home back in Liverpool for his son’s 10th birthday. But then the plane goes down. Injured and stranded in a seemingly endless forest, Peter finds himself fighting for survival. Everywhere he looks, he sees signs that he is not alone, however, he finds a little girl called Amy stranded in the plane. Peter assists Amy as much as he can but on one occasion, she doesn’t answer to his desperate call. Read to find out if Amy and Peter make it to the end without death being a lonely companion. This story is packed with emotions and excitement that will keep you on your toes until the end. Not only does it demonstrate resilience but also the ability to react to potential crisis. A short novel for all ages. You don’t have to be a reader to enjoy this one! “ This is my first novel apart from my series of picture books; blown up 1,2,3,4,5,6 and 7 + the activity book. Over this novel I have learnt many things in life. From the quotes to just simple things like grammar and punctuation. I would like to dedicate this book to my family, friends and teachers who gave me a lot of help and not to forget the book; the nuts and bolts of writing by Michael Legate. Thank you so much for all this help and a great opportunity ahead.” Siddarth Rajagopal

Download or read book The Vigil written by Sarah Joseph and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2014-05-14 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Interpretations of Valmiki's poem about the epic battle between Raman and his nemesis, Ravanan, tend to focus on the glory and virtues of the hero. But in the Malayalam modern classic Oorukaaval - translated here as The Vigil - Sarah Joseph tells a turbulent tale: that of Angadan, who believes that Raman killed his father Vali against all principles of dharma. Unlike the celebrated central characters who are blind to or choose to ignore that which is inconvenient, Angadan is acutely aware of the silent sufferings of the weak and disempowered. Over and over, the tormented young vanara prince sees Raman act against justice and fair play, not the least of which is his consent to Sita's fire ordeal. Ultimately, though, it is the person most wronged by Raman - Sita - who provides him redemption from his searing quest for revenge. In The Vigil, the familiar rhythm of the original poem is stirred up by Angadan's ascetic touch. Sarah Joseph provides a new spin to the grand old story, bringing in contemporary concerns such as the environment, peace and women's empowerment, and provides a new path, a fresh way of understanding it.

Download or read book Gift In Green written by Sarah Joseph and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2013-12-01 with total page 279 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An eco-spiritual search for light and life in a world inching towards dystopia Gift in Green, written originally in Malayalam, is a tantalizingly unconventional narrative that explores, on multiple levels, the pain and poetry that eventuate from the disruption of the intimate relationship between a people and their life-world, using water (the 'water-life' of the people of Aathi) as the overarching metaphor that mirrors the degradation of the society. Between the polarities of attachment and abandonment, darkness and light, predatory progress and the sheer will to survive, unfolds the saga of a people confronted by the behemoth of progress driven by Kumaran,who seeks to abandon water-life, threatening its very existence. But such is the author's faith in the resilience of life and nature and her belief in the futility of trying to control something as fluid and eternal as water-life that what promises to be the end is also the hope of a new beginning. This is the first instance in Indian literary history of a novel in a regional language being translated and published concurrently in English.