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Arundhuti Dasgupta

Arundhuti Dasgupta

Arundhuti Dasgupta

Arundhuti Dasgupta

Wendy Doniger's new book explores untold stories from the Mahabharata

The only quibble one has with the book is that the translations seem a bit hasty and laboured

Wendy Doniger's new book explores untold stories from the Mahabharata
Updated On : 20 Sep 2024 | 11:12 PM IST

In the footsteps of Ravana

The book traces his reign to the Kumana region using a mix of archaeological finds and the abundant regional legends and folklore around him

In the footsteps of Ravana
Updated On : 26 Jul 2024 | 11:00 PM IST

What myths tell us

Lopamudra Maitra's book explores their deeper cultural significance

What myths tell us
Updated On : 10 Jul 2024 | 10:31 PM IST

Mapping the labyrinth

Abraham Jacob delves into the deep vaults of ancient Indian writings on Hinduism and its philosophical experiments, providing an easy-to-read primer on both the country and its civilisation

Mapping the labyrinth
Updated On : 27 Jun 2024 | 10:41 PM IST

A twisted road to justice

Anthropologist Deepa Das Acevedo's book explores the complex interplay of tradition, law, and societal norms in the fight over women's entry to Kerala's Sabarimala temple

A twisted road to justice
Updated On : 21 May 2024 | 8:58 PM IST

Faith between the covers

The gods abhorred abstinence and even though the consequences were not always as dire as the one that Hippolytus faced, abjuring sex never went unpunished or unreformed in the ancient world

Faith between the covers
Updated On : 30 Mar 2024 | 12:14 AM IST

How loyal are you?

There is a thin line that separates loyalty from sycophancy, one that was explored and relayed with gusto in the ancient world

How loyal are you?
Updated On : 22 Mar 2024 | 11:06 PM IST

A marked life

A compilation of stories, some autobiographical and some fictional, details the agony of living in the shadows and the genuine challenges of breaking free from one's caste identity

A marked life
Updated On : 20 Feb 2024 | 10:40 PM IST

The other Ayodhya

Amidst the revival of Ayodhya as the Mecca of Hindus, its multicultural history, layered with spirituality and imagination, is being overshadowed by its new champions

The other Ayodhya
Updated On : 19 Jan 2024 | 10:43 PM IST

Hinduism: The past in the present

Political discourse on religion has been tainted by extreme views from all sides, both those praising its virtues and those condemning its faults, writes veteran politician Karan Singh in his book

Hinduism: The past in the present
Updated On : 09 Jan 2024 | 9:44 PM IST

The theatre of showmanship

Prahlad Kakar's memoir, while showcasing the flamboyance of the ad world, falls short in delving into the transformative era of advertising, leaving readers craving more substance and depth

The theatre of showmanship
Updated On : 04 Dec 2023 | 9:01 PM IST

The power of symbols

Mythic symbols, like the one invoked by Mick Jagger in the iconic Rolling Stones logo, carry powerful meanings that speak universally

The power of symbols
Updated On : 17 Nov 2023 | 10:34 PM IST

Battlefield sagas

In a century that once held out the promise of peace, blood and gore are back on the frontlines

Battlefield sagas
Updated On : 20 Oct 2023 | 11:11 PM IST

Ordinary intellectuals

Amit Chaudhuri's book explores the role of organic intellectuals in shaping India's contemporary narrative of resistance and reason

Ordinary intellectuals
Updated On : 21 Sep 2023 | 9:46 PM IST

The storytellers' bazaar

The enduring legacy of trade routes lies in shared stories and religious diversity. Can the India-Middle East-Europe Economic corridor harness this legacy to empower nations?

The storytellers' bazaar
Updated On : 15 Sep 2023 | 11:58 PM IST

Rethinking India's past

How and where does one begin to understand this history?

Rethinking India's past
Updated On : 08 Sep 2023 | 10:25 PM IST

Scorching skies, drowning earth

Amid the extreme weather events, echoes from ancient myths caution us about our planet's fragile existence in the face of climate change

Scorching skies, drowning earth
Updated On : 11 Aug 2023 | 10:46 PM IST

Maya and mind games

Wendy Doniger's book is an education for everyone, familiar and unfamiliar with India, looking to navigate the maze-like world of dreams and illusions

Maya and mind games
Updated On : 28 Jul 2023 | 3:21 PM IST

The physical and the metaphysical

Exploring the intricate layers of Indian mythology, Wendy Doniger's book challenges prevailing attitudes and uncovers hidden meanings in mythological tales

The physical and the metaphysical
Updated On : 28 Jul 2023 | 3:17 PM IST

Why history matters

Eminent historian Romila Thapar's collection of essays urges us to confront the past critically for a more inclusive and enlightened future

Why history matters
Updated On : 05 Jun 2023 | 9:09 PM IST