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Number of Pages
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Language
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Book Summary
Non-fiction, historical true crime narrative. This compelling account examines a brutal crime in Delhi in 1978 and its enduring impact on a city and a nation. Through eyewitness accounts, archival research, and fresh interviews, it traces the murder of two teenagers and the national conversation it sparked. The intended audience includes adults and students of modern Indian history, journalism, and crime literature. The tone is serious, reflective, and empathetic, offering sober insight into trauma, justice, and memory.
The content is presented as a narrative interwoven with documentary evidence. It uses a story-led approach anchored in verified sources, giving readers a clear sense of how investigations unfold and how political upheaval shapes policing and public response. The writing is precise and accessible, guiding readers through complex material without sacrificing nuance. The book also highlights investigative journalism concepts, including source verification, triangulation, and ethical handling of sensitive information.
Readers experience the pacing of a long-form investigation: chapters that move from the disappearance to the search, to court records, and to the broader social climate. The work invites readers to weigh accounts, examine documents, and reflect on how trauma and memory linger in a city. It presents a careful balance of respect for those affected with rigorous reporting, offering a distinctive view of how history is written from the ground up.
After finishing, readers gain a nuanced understanding of how a single crime intersects with broader history. It strengthens critical reading of media and official records, fosters empathy for those affected, and leaves a lasting impression of resilience, memory, and the complexity of justice in a city scarred by violence.
Product Details
Author
Sudeep Chakravarti
Publisher
Rupa Publications
Number of Pages
248
Language
English
SKU
9788119635177
ISBN
9788119635177
Reading Age
All
Dimensions
13.97x2.08x21.59cm
Binding
Hardback
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Sudeep Chakravarti Is The Author Of Several Bestselling Works Of History, Ethnography, Politics, Conflict, And The Intersection Of Business And Human Rights. His Notable Non Fiction Works Are The Bengalis: A Portrait Of A Community, Plassey: The Battle That Changed The Course Of Indian History, The Eastern Gate, Red Sun, Highway 39, And Clear.Hold.Build. Several Of His Books Have Either Won Awards Or Been Shortlisted For Major Awards. He Has Written Novels And Short Stories, And His Essays Are Contained In Several Anthologies. An Extensively Published Columnist, Media Consultant, And Regional Risk Analyst, Sudeep Has Nearly Four Decades Of Experience In Media. He Has Worked With Major Global And Indian Media Organizations Including The Asian Wall Street Journal, Where He Began His Career, And Held Leadership Positions At Sunday, The India Today Group, And Ht Media. Sudeep Is Also An Educator, And Teaches A Range Of Subjects From Media And Literature To South Asian History And Geopolitics. He Founded The Center For South Asian Studies At The University Of Liberal Arts, Bangladesh. Sudeep Read History At St StephenโS College, University Of Delhi. He Is Associated With Coastal Impact, An Organization Of Divers And Scientists Which Conducts Research For Institutions And Evangelizes Marine Conservation To School And University Students. He Divides His Time Between Goa And Various Cities Across South Asia.