Author: Boubacar Boris Diop
Publisher: MSU Press
ISBN: 1628952741
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 393
Book Description
The first novel to be translated from Wolof to English, Doomi Golo—The Hidden Notebooks is a masterful work that conveys the story of Nguirane Faye and his attempts to communicate with his grandson before he dies. With a narrative structure that beautifully imitates the movements of a musical piece, Diop relates Faye’s trauma of losing his only son, Assane Tall, which is compounded by his grandson Badou’s migration to an unknown destination. While Faye feels certain that his grandson will return one day, he also is convinced that he will no longer be alive by then. Faye spends his days sitting under a mango tree in the courtyard of his home, reminiscing and observing his surroundings. He speaks to Badou through his seven notebooks, six of which are revealed to the reader, while the seventh, the “Book of Secrets,” is highly confidential and reserved for Badou’s eyes only. In the absence of letters from Badou, the notebooks form the only possible means of communication between the two, carrying within them tunes and repetitions that give this novel its unusual shape: loose and meandering on the one hand, coherent and tightly interwoven on the other. Translated by Vera Wülfing-Leckie and El Hadji Moustapha Diop.
Doomi Golo—The Hidden Notebooks
Author: Boubacar Boris Diop
Publisher: MSU Press
ISBN: 1628952741
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 393
Book Description
The first novel to be translated from Wolof to English, Doomi Golo—The Hidden Notebooks is a masterful work that conveys the story of Nguirane Faye and his attempts to communicate with his grandson before he dies. With a narrative structure that beautifully imitates the movements of a musical piece, Diop relates Faye’s trauma of losing his only son, Assane Tall, which is compounded by his grandson Badou’s migration to an unknown destination. While Faye feels certain that his grandson will return one day, he also is convinced that he will no longer be alive by then. Faye spends his days sitting under a mango tree in the courtyard of his home, reminiscing and observing his surroundings. He speaks to Badou through his seven notebooks, six of which are revealed to the reader, while the seventh, the “Book of Secrets,” is highly confidential and reserved for Badou’s eyes only. In the absence of letters from Badou, the notebooks form the only possible means of communication between the two, carrying within them tunes and repetitions that give this novel its unusual shape: loose and meandering on the one hand, coherent and tightly interwoven on the other. Translated by Vera Wülfing-Leckie and El Hadji Moustapha Diop.
Publisher: MSU Press
ISBN: 1628952741
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 393
Book Description
The first novel to be translated from Wolof to English, Doomi Golo—The Hidden Notebooks is a masterful work that conveys the story of Nguirane Faye and his attempts to communicate with his grandson before he dies. With a narrative structure that beautifully imitates the movements of a musical piece, Diop relates Faye’s trauma of losing his only son, Assane Tall, which is compounded by his grandson Badou’s migration to an unknown destination. While Faye feels certain that his grandson will return one day, he also is convinced that he will no longer be alive by then. Faye spends his days sitting under a mango tree in the courtyard of his home, reminiscing and observing his surroundings. He speaks to Badou through his seven notebooks, six of which are revealed to the reader, while the seventh, the “Book of Secrets,” is highly confidential and reserved for Badou’s eyes only. In the absence of letters from Badou, the notebooks form the only possible means of communication between the two, carrying within them tunes and repetitions that give this novel its unusual shape: loose and meandering on the one hand, coherent and tightly interwoven on the other. Translated by Vera Wülfing-Leckie and El Hadji Moustapha Diop.
Kerala Kaleidoscope
Author: T N Venugopalan
Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
"Kerala Kaleidoscope" is a vivid and unflinching memoir that recounts the author's childhood memories growing up in a quaint village in Kochi during the 1960s. This genre-bending book masterfully intertwines history and personal recollections, crafting a seamless and engaging narrative. With lucid prose that is both simple and evocative, the author brings to life a charming portrayal of village life, infused with historical context. The book celebrates the ordinary, shedding light on the lives of everyday people and mundane events that have been overlooked by the annals of history, yet are no less extraordinary.
Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
"Kerala Kaleidoscope" is a vivid and unflinching memoir that recounts the author's childhood memories growing up in a quaint village in Kochi during the 1960s. This genre-bending book masterfully intertwines history and personal recollections, crafting a seamless and engaging narrative. With lucid prose that is both simple and evocative, the author brings to life a charming portrayal of village life, infused with historical context. The book celebrates the ordinary, shedding light on the lives of everyday people and mundane events that have been overlooked by the annals of history, yet are no less extraordinary.
This Place I Call Home
Author: Meg Vandermerwe
Publisher: African Books Collective
ISBN: 1920397027
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 150
Book Description
Stories by South Africa-based Meg Vandermerwe, up and coming young writer, academic, teacher of creative writing.
Publisher: African Books Collective
ISBN: 1920397027
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 150
Book Description
Stories by South Africa-based Meg Vandermerwe, up and coming young writer, academic, teacher of creative writing.
Love & Longings
Author: Sumana Bhattacharya
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN: 1639574387
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
A handful of poems that are writtenstem from my experiences of love, fulfilled and unfulfilled, and so many things that touched me, eluded me, as I walked along. For me, writing is about feeling, and I hope you feel what I felt when I wrote these poems. These poems are about love and longings, being brave enough to love even though we may lose.
Publisher: Notion Press
ISBN: 1639574387
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
A handful of poems that are writtenstem from my experiences of love, fulfilled and unfulfilled, and so many things that touched me, eluded me, as I walked along. For me, writing is about feeling, and I hope you feel what I felt when I wrote these poems. These poems are about love and longings, being brave enough to love even though we may lose.
The Man Who Learnt to Fly but Could Not Land
Author: Thachom Poyil Rajeevan
Publisher: Hachette India
ISBN: 9389253217
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
K.T.N. Kottoor was activist, lover, communist, friend, saint, sinner – but, above all, he was a writer... Born into a family of rural wealth and near-feudal influence in a village nestled in British Malabar, Koyiloth Thazhe Narayanan Kottoor knows little of want. But as a patriotic fervour grips the country in the last decades of the Raj, a veritable avalanche of new ideas and ideals shapes the young KTN. As he grows from a boy who takes to writing not only as art but also as a tool of social change, to an activist enamoured of varying philosophies and enmeshed in India’s freedom struggle, he grapples with hardship, love, lust and a search for meaning in a reality that forever disappoints. His is a tale both deeply personal and political – tracing a web of caste, sexuality and ideology, while also navigating the struggles of a man coming to terms with himself as a writer and as an individual. Award-winning author Thachom Poyil Rajeevan weaves a magical almost-biography of a fictional writer, one inhabited by goddesses and ghosts, a fortune-telling parrot, dead humans in the avatar of crows, and a blind woman who hears – and sees – better than anyone else. Masterfully translated from the original Malayalam, The Man Who Learnt to Fly but Could Not Land is a poignant exploration of the power of writing, the chaos of a country’s rebirth and the life of an idealist caught up in the maelstrom.
Publisher: Hachette India
ISBN: 9389253217
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 313
Book Description
K.T.N. Kottoor was activist, lover, communist, friend, saint, sinner – but, above all, he was a writer... Born into a family of rural wealth and near-feudal influence in a village nestled in British Malabar, Koyiloth Thazhe Narayanan Kottoor knows little of want. But as a patriotic fervour grips the country in the last decades of the Raj, a veritable avalanche of new ideas and ideals shapes the young KTN. As he grows from a boy who takes to writing not only as art but also as a tool of social change, to an activist enamoured of varying philosophies and enmeshed in India’s freedom struggle, he grapples with hardship, love, lust and a search for meaning in a reality that forever disappoints. His is a tale both deeply personal and political – tracing a web of caste, sexuality and ideology, while also navigating the struggles of a man coming to terms with himself as a writer and as an individual. Award-winning author Thachom Poyil Rajeevan weaves a magical almost-biography of a fictional writer, one inhabited by goddesses and ghosts, a fortune-telling parrot, dead humans in the avatar of crows, and a blind woman who hears – and sees – better than anyone else. Masterfully translated from the original Malayalam, The Man Who Learnt to Fly but Could Not Land is a poignant exploration of the power of writing, the chaos of a country’s rebirth and the life of an idealist caught up in the maelstrom.
The Birth of the Maitreya
Author: Bāṇī Basu
Publisher: Popular Prakashan
ISBN: 9788185604619
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 518
Book Description
In Writing About The Times Of The Buddha, Bani Basu Composes A New Jataka, The Traditional Format In Which The Tales Of The Different Births Of The Buddha Were Written Down. In This Jataka-As-A-Novel, She Grapples With History And The Revolutionary Ideas Of The Buddha, Who Suggested New Ways Of Living, New Political Formations, Of A Major Change In Belief, Indeed, In Thinking About God Or The Absence Of One. Delving Into History And Biography, Sanskrit And Pali, Her Novel Is Intriguingly Contemporary, Though Set In The Sixth Century Bc
Publisher: Popular Prakashan
ISBN: 9788185604619
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 518
Book Description
In Writing About The Times Of The Buddha, Bani Basu Composes A New Jataka, The Traditional Format In Which The Tales Of The Different Births Of The Buddha Were Written Down. In This Jataka-As-A-Novel, She Grapples With History And The Revolutionary Ideas Of The Buddha, Who Suggested New Ways Of Living, New Political Formations, Of A Major Change In Belief, Indeed, In Thinking About God Or The Absence Of One. Delving Into History And Biography, Sanskrit And Pali, Her Novel Is Intriguingly Contemporary, Though Set In The Sixth Century Bc
Belur Math Pilgrimage
Author: Swami Asutoshananda
Publisher: Sri Ramakrishna Math
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 107
Book Description
This book provides information and guidelines to pilgrims to Belur Math founded by Swami Vivekananda that is well known for its architecture, elegance and spiritual atmosphere.It is also a reliable guidebook for devotees to make their pilgrimage fruitful to Belur Math and places associated with the Holy Trio. Appendices at the end of the book provide additional information like distances between various places and the time taken to reach them, list of books to be read before undertaking the pilgrimage, and the contact addresses of the various pilgrim centers. A color sketch of the entire Belur Math premises adds value to the book.
Publisher: Sri Ramakrishna Math
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 107
Book Description
This book provides information and guidelines to pilgrims to Belur Math founded by Swami Vivekananda that is well known for its architecture, elegance and spiritual atmosphere.It is also a reliable guidebook for devotees to make their pilgrimage fruitful to Belur Math and places associated with the Holy Trio. Appendices at the end of the book provide additional information like distances between various places and the time taken to reach them, list of books to be read before undertaking the pilgrimage, and the contact addresses of the various pilgrim centers. A color sketch of the entire Belur Math premises adds value to the book.
The Journey Times
Author: Anand Kumar
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN: 8184301227
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 159
Book Description
Welcome to the captivating world of Anand Kumar's "The Journey Times," a riveting collection of short stories that explore the depths of human experience and emotion. Prepare to embark on a journey of discovery, reflection, and insight as you delve into the pages of this compelling book. Join Anand Kumar as he takes you on a literary adventure filled with unforgettable characters, poignant moments, and thought-provoking themes. From the bustling streets of Mumbai to the serene landscapes of rural India, Kumar's storytelling transports readers to a world of wonder and possibility. As you immerse yourself in the stories of "The Journey Times," you'll encounter a diverse array of narratives that capture the essence of life in all its complexity. From tales of love and loss to stories of triumph and redemption, Kumar's prose resonates with authenticity and empathy, inviting readers to see the world through fresh eyes. With its blend of lyrical prose, vivid imagery, and heartfelt storytelling, "The Journey Times" sets a captivating tone that keeps readers engaged from beginning to end. Whether exploring the bonds of family, the struggles of identity, or the mysteries of the human heart, Kumar's writing captivates with its depth and sincerity. Since its publication, "The Journey Times" has been praised for its insight, compassion, and universal appeal. Its enduring popularity continues to touch the hearts of readers around the world, offering solace, inspiration, and a renewed appreciation for the beauty of the human spirit. As you delve into the pages of "The Journey Times," you'll find yourself drawn to its relatable characters, poignant themes, and powerful storytelling. Kumar's ability to capture the essence of life in all its complexity makes this collection a must-read for anyone seeking to connect with the shared experiences of humanity. In conclusion, "The Journey Times" is more than just a book—it's a profound exploration of the human condition that resonates with authenticity and insight. Whether you're a seasoned reader or discovering Anand Kumar's work for the first time, prepare to be moved, inspired, and transformed by the stories within. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of "The Journey Times." Let Anand Kumar take you on a literary journey of discovery and enlightenment. Grab your copy now and embark on an unforgettable adventure through the pages of this captivating collection.
Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan
ISBN: 8184301227
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 159
Book Description
Welcome to the captivating world of Anand Kumar's "The Journey Times," a riveting collection of short stories that explore the depths of human experience and emotion. Prepare to embark on a journey of discovery, reflection, and insight as you delve into the pages of this compelling book. Join Anand Kumar as he takes you on a literary adventure filled with unforgettable characters, poignant moments, and thought-provoking themes. From the bustling streets of Mumbai to the serene landscapes of rural India, Kumar's storytelling transports readers to a world of wonder and possibility. As you immerse yourself in the stories of "The Journey Times," you'll encounter a diverse array of narratives that capture the essence of life in all its complexity. From tales of love and loss to stories of triumph and redemption, Kumar's prose resonates with authenticity and empathy, inviting readers to see the world through fresh eyes. With its blend of lyrical prose, vivid imagery, and heartfelt storytelling, "The Journey Times" sets a captivating tone that keeps readers engaged from beginning to end. Whether exploring the bonds of family, the struggles of identity, or the mysteries of the human heart, Kumar's writing captivates with its depth and sincerity. Since its publication, "The Journey Times" has been praised for its insight, compassion, and universal appeal. Its enduring popularity continues to touch the hearts of readers around the world, offering solace, inspiration, and a renewed appreciation for the beauty of the human spirit. As you delve into the pages of "The Journey Times," you'll find yourself drawn to its relatable characters, poignant themes, and powerful storytelling. Kumar's ability to capture the essence of life in all its complexity makes this collection a must-read for anyone seeking to connect with the shared experiences of humanity. In conclusion, "The Journey Times" is more than just a book—it's a profound exploration of the human condition that resonates with authenticity and insight. Whether you're a seasoned reader or discovering Anand Kumar's work for the first time, prepare to be moved, inspired, and transformed by the stories within. Don't miss your chance to experience the magic of "The Journey Times." Let Anand Kumar take you on a literary journey of discovery and enlightenment. Grab your copy now and embark on an unforgettable adventure through the pages of this captivating collection.
Journeys with Ramakrishna
Author: Swami Prabhananda
Publisher: Sri Ramakrishna Math
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 173
Book Description
This book is a well-researched account of Sri Ramakrishna’s pilgrimages to Kashi, Vrindavan, Navadvip and other places. Swami Prabhananda, the author of this volume, has presented a lucid narrative of these pilgrimages with valuable illustrations and photographs. The wonderful radiant images which the author stirs up in the narrative will help the readers contemplate on the blissful personality of Sri Ramakrishna and kindle joy in their hearts.
Publisher: Sri Ramakrishna Math
ISBN:
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 173
Book Description
This book is a well-researched account of Sri Ramakrishna’s pilgrimages to Kashi, Vrindavan, Navadvip and other places. Swami Prabhananda, the author of this volume, has presented a lucid narrative of these pilgrimages with valuable illustrations and photographs. The wonderful radiant images which the author stirs up in the narrative will help the readers contemplate on the blissful personality of Sri Ramakrishna and kindle joy in their hearts.
WHISKERS & TALES
Author: Sindhu Menon
Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
This book is a fun filled read about a little boy and his kitten. Little boys can be naughty. But what happens when they join forces with an even naughtier kitten and two equally crazy cousins? What follows is a series of adventures, madness and laughter. There is also a lot of love and bonding and unconditional loyalty . Sit back and relax and be a part of Whisker’s family and all his adventures.
Publisher: Blue Rose Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Humor
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
This book is a fun filled read about a little boy and his kitten. Little boys can be naughty. But what happens when they join forces with an even naughtier kitten and two equally crazy cousins? What follows is a series of adventures, madness and laughter. There is also a lot of love and bonding and unconditional loyalty . Sit back and relax and be a part of Whisker’s family and all his adventures.