The review has spoilers! I love Perumal Murugan’s work, and it led me to his latest book, “Fire Bird”. The novel, originally in Tamil, is translated into English by Janani Kannan. About the Book: Set in the heart of Tamil Nadu, “Firebird” delves deep into the fabric of village life, exploring intricate social customs, food habits, and the rigid caste and gender dynamics that define rural societies. Muthu, the youngest in his family, is unfairly treated during the division of family land. His life takes a turbulent turn when his wife, Peruma, is molested by his eldest brother. She leaves their ..read more

Anant Shesha: The Divine Residue” by Bhoj Chander Thakur dives deep into the mystical and often overlooked aspects of Indian mythology, particularly the endless tales surrounding the figure of Shesha, the serpent king known for his role in supporting the cosmos. The book explores how these ancient stories resonate with modern-day lessons on morality, duty, and resilience. The book has stories about gods, demons, and humans interacting in ways that challenge their morals and decisions. It brings to life characters and events from myths that are less known but incredibly captivating, including ..read more

The Elephant At The Dinner Table by Amit Nagpal is full of real-life anecdotes and experiences in the form of stories. It is a well-researched pragmatic book with many vital concepts about leadership and management but with a personal, relatable aspect.   The author has shared an analysis of over 300 interviews with leaders worldwide through the 33 short stories. As a result, the narrative is lucid while creating a substantial impact in the form of a takeaway.   The stories are simple and relatable. The visuals in the book are eye-catching, and the exercises are helpful for self-re ..read more

Strategic Choices, Ethical Dilemmas—Stories From The Mahabharat seeks to address the gap between the epic and everyday life on individual and global levels. It was written by Aruna Narlikar, Amitabh Mattoo, and Amrita Narlikar. The book provides a clear, well-summarised version of the Mahabharata, making the ancient epic accessible and engaging. The ‘Jugalbandi’ of the authors doesn’t interrupt the smooth, uniform narrative style of the book, which is usually unlikely in books with multiple authors. It skillfully extracts lessons from the Mahabharata applicable to personal growth, relation ..read more

“Undertow” by Jahnavi Barua is a captivating family saga that delves into the themes of love, kinship, and loss across three generations. Set against the backdrop of Assam’s tumultuous state politics, the novel centres around a powerful mother-daughter relationship that serves as the centrepiece of the narrative. Diving into Plot In the beginning, we witness Rukmini Goswami’s rebellious choice as she marries Alex, a Christian from Kerala, against her mother’s wishes. Supported by her father, Torun, Rukmini faces relentless criticism from her mother, Usha. The strained relationship leads to Ru ..read more

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