Author: Sarat Chandra Chatterjee
Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
ISBN: 9788126019311
Category : India
Languages : en
Pages : 126
Book Description
The Book Is A Collection Of Six Well Known Stories By Sarat Chandra Chatterjee, One Of The Finest Bengali Novelist, Clearly In The Direct Line Of Literary Succession To Bankim Chandra Chatterjee And Rabindranath Tagore. The Stories In This Collection Are Guided By Two ConsiderationsýTheir Representative Character And Their Variety. They Also Reflect The Mind And Art Of Sarat Chandra.
The Drought And Other Stories (Bengali)
Author: Sarat Chandra Chatterjee
Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
ISBN: 9788126019311
Category : India
Languages : en
Pages : 126
Book Description
The Book Is A Collection Of Six Well Known Stories By Sarat Chandra Chatterjee, One Of The Finest Bengali Novelist, Clearly In The Direct Line Of Literary Succession To Bankim Chandra Chatterjee And Rabindranath Tagore. The Stories In This Collection Are Guided By Two ConsiderationsýTheir Representative Character And Their Variety. They Also Reflect The Mind And Art Of Sarat Chandra.
Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
ISBN: 9788126019311
Category : India
Languages : en
Pages : 126
Book Description
The Book Is A Collection Of Six Well Known Stories By Sarat Chandra Chatterjee, One Of The Finest Bengali Novelist, Clearly In The Direct Line Of Literary Succession To Bankim Chandra Chatterjee And Rabindranath Tagore. The Stories In This Collection Are Guided By Two ConsiderationsýTheir Representative Character And Their Variety. They Also Reflect The Mind And Art Of Sarat Chandra.
The Drought and Other Stories
Author: শরৎচন্দ্র চট্টোপাধ্য়ায়
Publisher: New Delhi : Sahitya Akademi
ISBN:
Category : India
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Publisher: New Delhi : Sahitya Akademi
ISBN:
Category : India
Languages : en
Pages : 132
Book Description
Everybody loves a good drought
Author: P Sainath
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 8184757344
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 513
Book Description
The human face of poverty The poor in India are, too often, reduced to statistics. In the dry language of development reports and economic projections, the true misery of the 312 million who live below the poverty line, or the 26 million displaced by various projects, or the 13 million who suffer from tuberculosis gets overlooked. In this thoroughly researched study of the poorest of the poor, we get to see how they manage, what sustains them, and the efforts, often ludicrous, to do something for them. The people who figure in this book typify the lives and aspirations of a large section of Indian society, and their stories present us with the true face of development.
Publisher: Penguin UK
ISBN: 8184757344
Category : Literary Collections
Languages : en
Pages : 513
Book Description
The human face of poverty The poor in India are, too often, reduced to statistics. In the dry language of development reports and economic projections, the true misery of the 312 million who live below the poverty line, or the 26 million displaced by various projects, or the 13 million who suffer from tuberculosis gets overlooked. In this thoroughly researched study of the poorest of the poor, we get to see how they manage, what sustains them, and the efforts, often ludicrous, to do something for them. The people who figure in this book typify the lives and aspirations of a large section of Indian society, and their stories present us with the true face of development.
Drought
Author: Catherine Chambers
Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree Library
ISBN: 9781403495761
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
This book looks at what happens when there is no rain. You will find out where and how droughts happen and the impact they have on people around the world. How do people cope with life without water?
Publisher: Heinemann-Raintree Library
ISBN: 9781403495761
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
This book looks at what happens when there is no rain. You will find out where and how droughts happen and the impact they have on people around the world. How do people cope with life without water?
Landscapes of Loss
Author: Kavitha Iyer
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 9390327474
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
WINNER OF THE TATA LITERATURE LIVE FIRST BOOK AWARD (NON-FICTION) 2021 Maharashtra, India's richest state by GDP, has its eyes set on becoming the country's first trillion-dollar economy by 2025. At the same time, Marathwada - a historically backward part of the state adjoining the distressed Vidarbha region - has seen a surge in farmer suicides. At the heart of the crisis is a cyclical drought that has persisted for almost a decade. Relief packages and loan waivers have not reversed the trend. On the contrary, the stories of dystopia grow more tragic every year as thousands of farmer families flee to the big cities, while those who stay back are plagued by bad credit and crop loss. Landscapes of Loss tells the story of Marathwada through the accounts of its people: marginal farmers, Dalits, landless labourers, farm widows and children. It lays bare the complex factors that have brought the region to this pass - a story representative, in many ways, of the agrarian unrest in large parts of rural India.
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 9390327474
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
WINNER OF THE TATA LITERATURE LIVE FIRST BOOK AWARD (NON-FICTION) 2021 Maharashtra, India's richest state by GDP, has its eyes set on becoming the country's first trillion-dollar economy by 2025. At the same time, Marathwada - a historically backward part of the state adjoining the distressed Vidarbha region - has seen a surge in farmer suicides. At the heart of the crisis is a cyclical drought that has persisted for almost a decade. Relief packages and loan waivers have not reversed the trend. On the contrary, the stories of dystopia grow more tragic every year as thousands of farmer families flee to the big cities, while those who stay back are plagued by bad credit and crop loss. Landscapes of Loss tells the story of Marathwada through the accounts of its people: marginal farmers, Dalits, landless labourers, farm widows and children. It lays bare the complex factors that have brought the region to this pass - a story representative, in many ways, of the agrarian unrest in large parts of rural India.
Betting the Farm on a Drought
Author: Seamus McGraw
Publisher: University of Texas Press
ISBN: 1477303839
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
A lively, thought-provoking overview of climate change from the perspectives of people who are dealing with it on the ground. Climate change has become one of the most polarizing issues of our time. Extremists on the left regularly issue hyperbolic jeremiads about the impending destruction of the environment, while extremists on the right counter with crass, tortured denials. But out in the vast middle are ordinary people dealing with stronger storms and more intense droughts than they’ve ever known. This middle ground is the focus of Betting the Farm on a Drought, a lively, thought-provoking book that lays out the whole story of climate change—the science, the math, and most importantly, the human stories of people fighting both the climate and their own deeply held beliefs to find creative solutions to a host of environmental challenges. Seamus McGraw takes us on a trip along America’s culturally fractured back roads and listens to farmers and ranchers and fishermen, many of them people who are not ideologically, politically, or in some cases even religiously inclined to believe in man-made global climate change. He shows us how they are already being affected and the risks they are already taking on a personal level to deal with extreme weather and its very real consequences for their livelihoods. McGraw also speaks to scientists and policymakers who are trying to harness that most renewable of American resources, a sense of hope and self-reliance that remains strong in the face of daunting challenges. By bringing these voices together, Betting the Farm on a Drought ultimately becomes a model for how we all might have a pragmatic, reasoned conversation about our changing climate. “This title deserves a wide and varied readership; it has the power to change minds.” —Booklist “Seamus McGraw has created not just an important document regarding climate change and the future of our planet but a wonderful and truthful portrait of America. You feel like you’re on the road with him, cruising down little-traveled streets to meet fascinating characters whom you’d never see on Fox News or CNN. A terrific book.” —A. J. Baime, author of White Lies: The Double Life of Walter F. White and America’s Darkest Secret “Effectively blending story, science, and context, this engaging, readable book will be invaluable for those studying or working on issues associated with climate change, especially those with a social science or policy focus.” —Choice
Publisher: University of Texas Press
ISBN: 1477303839
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
A lively, thought-provoking overview of climate change from the perspectives of people who are dealing with it on the ground. Climate change has become one of the most polarizing issues of our time. Extremists on the left regularly issue hyperbolic jeremiads about the impending destruction of the environment, while extremists on the right counter with crass, tortured denials. But out in the vast middle are ordinary people dealing with stronger storms and more intense droughts than they’ve ever known. This middle ground is the focus of Betting the Farm on a Drought, a lively, thought-provoking book that lays out the whole story of climate change—the science, the math, and most importantly, the human stories of people fighting both the climate and their own deeply held beliefs to find creative solutions to a host of environmental challenges. Seamus McGraw takes us on a trip along America’s culturally fractured back roads and listens to farmers and ranchers and fishermen, many of them people who are not ideologically, politically, or in some cases even religiously inclined to believe in man-made global climate change. He shows us how they are already being affected and the risks they are already taking on a personal level to deal with extreme weather and its very real consequences for their livelihoods. McGraw also speaks to scientists and policymakers who are trying to harness that most renewable of American resources, a sense of hope and self-reliance that remains strong in the face of daunting challenges. By bringing these voices together, Betting the Farm on a Drought ultimately becomes a model for how we all might have a pragmatic, reasoned conversation about our changing climate. “This title deserves a wide and varied readership; it has the power to change minds.” —Booklist “Seamus McGraw has created not just an important document regarding climate change and the future of our planet but a wonderful and truthful portrait of America. You feel like you’re on the road with him, cruising down little-traveled streets to meet fascinating characters whom you’d never see on Fox News or CNN. A terrific book.” —A. J. Baime, author of White Lies: The Double Life of Walter F. White and America’s Darkest Secret “Effectively blending story, science, and context, this engaging, readable book will be invaluable for those studying or working on issues associated with climate change, especially those with a social science or policy focus.” —Choice
Stories of Ndabazabantu and Other Stories
Author: Mzuvukile Maqetuka
Publisher: Partridge Publishing Singapore
ISBN: 1543768237
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 347
Book Description
In the Xhosa language, Ndabazabantu means ‘he who knows all the gossip about the enigmatic, as well as stories of the people of his town or village.’ The character was first created in the author’s collection of short stories, Children from Exile and other Stories. Ndabazabantu’s stories are refreshingly innocent, dramatic and poignant, and most of them hark back to a simpler lifestyle experienced by black folk living in the platteland – small country towns – from the 1950s to the 1980s. Of course, the unsavoury antics of apartheid regime do not escape Ndabazabantu’s satirical and occasionally scathing tongue. But this is not an angry book of recriminatory rhetoric. The author has chosen mainly to reflect on how these people made most of their lives under trying circumstances, and the stories focus on the culture, humour and pathos experienced by those check and jowl in the township known as uMasizakhe. In this collection, the author delves into a wide variety of themes, including culture, religion, anti-Christianity and beliefs in ghosts, mermaids and the tokoloshe. Several of the stories hark back to the author’s previous collection, Camdeboo Stories, providing further details and explanations. This is best seen in ‘Concert in the Church Hall’ where the origin of the conflict between the uncle, Kleynhans, and Charlien is explained. While Stories of Ndabazabantu can be enjoyed on its own, if the reader has read Camdeboo Stories, a total picture will emerge. Could Stories of Ndabazabantu then be classified as a sequel to Camdeboo? I will leave this to the reader and critics. The character and versatility of Ndabazabantu starts to mature in this book. He delves deep into cultural issues such as the dowry, and demonstrates that this is not solely the practice of Africans alone, but is rather a world-wide phenomenon
Publisher: Partridge Publishing Singapore
ISBN: 1543768237
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 347
Book Description
In the Xhosa language, Ndabazabantu means ‘he who knows all the gossip about the enigmatic, as well as stories of the people of his town or village.’ The character was first created in the author’s collection of short stories, Children from Exile and other Stories. Ndabazabantu’s stories are refreshingly innocent, dramatic and poignant, and most of them hark back to a simpler lifestyle experienced by black folk living in the platteland – small country towns – from the 1950s to the 1980s. Of course, the unsavoury antics of apartheid regime do not escape Ndabazabantu’s satirical and occasionally scathing tongue. But this is not an angry book of recriminatory rhetoric. The author has chosen mainly to reflect on how these people made most of their lives under trying circumstances, and the stories focus on the culture, humour and pathos experienced by those check and jowl in the township known as uMasizakhe. In this collection, the author delves into a wide variety of themes, including culture, religion, anti-Christianity and beliefs in ghosts, mermaids and the tokoloshe. Several of the stories hark back to the author’s previous collection, Camdeboo Stories, providing further details and explanations. This is best seen in ‘Concert in the Church Hall’ where the origin of the conflict between the uncle, Kleynhans, and Charlien is explained. While Stories of Ndabazabantu can be enjoyed on its own, if the reader has read Camdeboo Stories, a total picture will emerge. Could Stories of Ndabazabantu then be classified as a sequel to Camdeboo? I will leave this to the reader and critics. The character and versatility of Ndabazabantu starts to mature in this book. He delves deep into cultural issues such as the dowry, and demonstrates that this is not solely the practice of Africans alone, but is rather a world-wide phenomenon
The Trek and Other Stories
Author: Lawrence Hoba
Publisher: African Books Collective
ISBN: 1779222300
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Much has been said over the last decade about the forcible eviction of the white farmers in Zimbabwe, less about the plight of the farm-workers, while the voice of the new settlers, and militia manipulated for a cause, has remained virtually unheard. This short but powerful anthology, The Trek and Other Stories, provides sensitive and illuminating, wry and comic perspectives on those people who occupied the land believing their future was golden, only for it to crumble in front of their faces.
Publisher: African Books Collective
ISBN: 1779222300
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Much has been said over the last decade about the forcible eviction of the white farmers in Zimbabwe, less about the plight of the farm-workers, while the voice of the new settlers, and militia manipulated for a cause, has remained virtually unheard. This short but powerful anthology, The Trek and Other Stories, provides sensitive and illuminating, wry and comic perspectives on those people who occupied the land believing their future was golden, only for it to crumble in front of their faces.
The New Gulliver And Other Stories
Author: Barry Pain
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 9361156926
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
"The New Gulliver and Other Stories" by using Barry Pain is a fascinating collection of quick stories that showcases the writer's wit, creativeness, and eager observational abilties. Published inside the early 20th century, Barry Pain's tales exhibit a satisfying mixture of humor, satire, and social observation. The titular tale, "The New Gulliver," serves as a satirical exploration of societal norms and conventions, offering a contemporary-day Gulliver navigating via the absurdities of modern-day existence. Pain's potential to infuse his narratives with humor allows readers to mirror on the peculiarities of the world round them. The collection functions a diverse array of tales, every with its personal particular appeal. Pain's storytelling prowess is evident as he weaves narratives that entertain, assignment, and initiate thought. Whether exploring the quirks of human conduct or delving into the fantastical, Barry Pain's "The New Gulliver and Other Stories" offers readers a pleasing literary revel in, showcasing the author's versatility and enduring relevance within the realm of brief fiction.
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 9361156926
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
"The New Gulliver and Other Stories" by using Barry Pain is a fascinating collection of quick stories that showcases the writer's wit, creativeness, and eager observational abilties. Published inside the early 20th century, Barry Pain's tales exhibit a satisfying mixture of humor, satire, and social observation. The titular tale, "The New Gulliver," serves as a satirical exploration of societal norms and conventions, offering a contemporary-day Gulliver navigating via the absurdities of modern-day existence. Pain's potential to infuse his narratives with humor allows readers to mirror on the peculiarities of the world round them. The collection functions a diverse array of tales, every with its personal particular appeal. Pain's storytelling prowess is evident as he weaves narratives that entertain, assignment, and initiate thought. Whether exploring the quirks of human conduct or delving into the fantastical, Barry Pain's "The New Gulliver and Other Stories" offers readers a pleasing literary revel in, showcasing the author's versatility and enduring relevance within the realm of brief fiction.
Five Decades
Author: D. S. Rao
Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
ISBN: 9788126020607
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
On the completion of fiftieth year of Sahitya Akademi.
Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
ISBN: 9788126020607
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
On the completion of fiftieth year of Sahitya Akademi.