{"product_id":"9780143423041","title":"Time Will Write A Song For You","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn evocative anthology of poetry, short stories, and a memoir by Tamil writers in Sri Lanka and the diaspora, framed by three decades of conflict. Translated into English, it gathers memory, history, mythology, and cultural resonance into a powerful, lyrical voice. Intended for readers of world literature and war narratives, it offers a contemplative, deeply human tone that invites empathy and reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePresented as a story-led, text-rich collection, the pieces move between verse, prose, and personal reminiscence, all rendered with careful translation. An introductory context situates the historical backdrop, helping readers understand the stakes and the voices behind them. Spanning recent decades up to the end of the conflict, the collection threads memory through time, offering a multivoiced portrait of a wounded landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe reading experience is intimate and reflective: the stark, often lyrical cadence of poetry sits beside accessible prose, inviting readers to linger on fear, longing, and resilience. Readers are guided through scenes of displacement, loss, and refugees, alongside celebrations of forests, sea, language, and cultural life, highlighting the enduring humanity that persists through upheaval.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePoems, short stories, and a memoir that bring Tamil voices to a broader audience\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTranslated into English with attention to cadence, imagery, and cultural nuance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplores memory, displacement, diaspora, history, and myth among themes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroductions and context that illuminate the historical backdrop for new readers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInfluential writing style that blends lyrical expression with grounded storytelling\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEncourages empathy, critical reflection, and a deeper understanding of cultural resilience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat readers gain after finishing is a nuanced understanding of a people’s experiences, a renewed appreciation for language as a vessel of memory, and a lasting sense of hope and resilience that emerges from struggle. The collection invites curiosity about history, identity, and humanity, leaving a thoughtful and enduring impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540450586841,"sku":"9780143423041","price":333.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/71328E5HL7L._SL1500.jpg?v=1780083890","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9780143423041","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}