Jyotiska Ganguly’s debut novel, The Zamindar, the Rebel and the Revolutionary, is a well-written layered historical saga that spans generations of a zamindari family in eastern Bengal. Set against the backdrop of colonial India, Ganguly’s narrative blends ancestral lore, political upheaval,…
Girl in Scarlet Hijab is a sweeping, multi-generational political-historical novel that journeys through the vibrant yet tumultuous socio-political landscape of Kerala, India. Penned by Suresh U. Kumar—a professor, entrepreneur, and activist with deep roots in Kerala—the novel gracefully marries the personal…
Book Blurb: Despite the vast differences in culture and language across the globe, the world remains intricately interconnected. At the heart of this connection lies the economy—the cornerstone of global affairs and the centerpiece of the social sciences. But the…
Salil Tripathi’s The Gujaratis: A Portrait of a Community offers a sweeping, immersive plunge into the lives of 60 million Gujaratis in India and another 6 million thriving in the diaspora. In this work, Tripathi has set out on an…
Friends: India’s Closest Strategic Partners, by Sreeram Chaulia, offers an insightful and detailed analysis of India’s foreign policy in the 21st century. This book takes an in-depth look at India’s relationship with key global and regional powers. Chaulia highlights the various…
Maa, originally written in Bengali by Anurupa Devi and translated by Sanjukta Banerji Bhattacharya, is a period piece set in early nineteenth-century Bengal. This deeply evocative novel captivated me from the very first page. This story provides a striking and…
Bazaar Bites – Tales and Tastes of India’s Street Foods by Priya Bala and Jayanth Narayanan, is like embarking on a treasure hunt. However, the search is not for a pot of gold or a chest of diamonds, but something…
Flipkart is a household name in India. It’s hard to find anyone who hasn’t heard of it or enjoyed shopping on its platform. However, how many of us know the story behind this immensely successful enterprise? I didn’t know much…
Amitava Kumar is a celebrated voice in contemporary literature and needs no introduction. His writing has a distinct earthiness that takes readers on a journey exploring the circle of life, right from birth to death. “My Beloved Life,” Kumar’s latest novel,…
India’s Most Legendary Restaurants by Ruth Dsouza Prabhu is a captivating culinary journey exploring some of the most celebrated dining establishments in India. Narrated by various contributors, this well-researched book provides an insider’s look into seven iconic restaurants that have earned…
A.M.Watali’s “Guns Under My Chinar: Kashmir’s Covert Wars,” is an important testament that outlines the troubled phases in the history of Kashmir. It blends personal insights with a detailed exploration of the complex geopolitical landscape of the region. As the former Director General…
The book offers a deep dive into the contrasting roles of these two ancient civilizations on the world stage. This book captures the essence of the journey of two ancient civilizations, their impact on global dynamics, and their remarkably different paths…