Let us begin with the first thing that compelled me to inquire about the life of this successful achiever, Dileep Heilbronn, also known as Dileep Kumar Adiyattu Valappil. It was the attractive cover of his autobiography, The Malabari Who Loved His Ferrari. Yes, the title’s resemblance to a pun is another thing. The cover of […]
In Boy with the Red Balloon, Rita Chhetri delivers a profoundly moving narrative that traverses the fragile terrain of memory, love, childhood trauma, and human resilience. What is particularly commendable is how Chhetri—better known for her distinguished academic achievements in physics and her contributions to the nuclear industry—exhibits an intuitive command over the emotional and […]
Amitav Ghosh stands as one of the most formidable literary voices of our time—a writer whose novels are as expansive in their historical vision as they are meticulous in their craft. His works, from The Shadow Lines to the Ibis trilogy, do not merely tell stories; they excavate buried histories, interrogate colonialism’s lingering shadows, and map the interconnectedness […]
In the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary literature, Ashwini Pratham emerges as a compelling new voice, weaving stories that resonate with emotional depth, cultural richness, and universal truths. Her debut novel, Legacy of the Lost Words, is not just a book but an experience—a journey through time, love, and the enduring power of memory. With an evocative […]
While there are very few chances I get these days to appreciate any new Indian author writing in English, there certainly are rare occasions. However, it has to be searched, cross-checked and confirmed! Luckily, I got across a philosophical novel, suggested by my friend, The Quest of Sushruta: The End of Death, written by Dr. […]