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Binding
Paperback
Number of Pages
160
Language
English
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Book Summary
This non-fiction collection gathers essays and reminiscences that candidly examine love, desire, and the social mores of Indian society. Spanning six decades of writing, it challenges prudishness and hypocrisy with frank observations about sexuality and intimate life. The work speaks to adult readers and to anyone curious about culture, gender, and the evolving conversation on desire in a changing India, delivering insight, wit, and fearless honesty. The tone is direct, intimate, and thought-provoking, inviting readers to reconsider taboos and view relationships through a historical lens.
Content is presented as a blend of memoir-like meditations, social critique, and fiction-inspired scenarios. The pieces braid personal recollection with cultural analysis, inviting readers to explore love, sexuality, and social norms in India from a historical perspective. The reading experience stands out for its unapologetic candor, lucid prose, and the way intimate moments illuminate broader social truths. Readers move through provocative vignettes and reflective essays, and are encouraged to discuss, reflect, and form their own interpretations about relationships, tradition, and modern life. Concepts covered include gender dynamics, power, and the evolution of social mores, all conveyed in a way that makes complex ideas accessible and engaging for thoughtful adults.
After finishing, readers gain a nuanced perspective on how love and sexuality intersect with culture, history, and everyday life. The fearless voice fosters curiosity, open dialogue, and a more informed understanding of intimate life, leaving a lasting impression of courage and intellectual engagement.
Product Details
Author
Khushwant Singh
Publisher
Rupa Publications
Number of Pages
160
Language
English
Dimensions
197.1 x 132.1 x 1 cm
Binding
Paperback
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Khushwant Singh Was India’S Best-Known Writer And Columnist. He Was Founder-Editor Of Yojana And Editor Of The Illustrated Weekly Of India, The National Herald And Hindustan Times. He Was A Member Of Parliament From 1980 To 1986. He Was Awarded The Padma Bhushan In 1974 But Returned The Decoration In 19984 In Protest Against The Storming Of The Golden Temple In Amritsar By The Indian Army. In 2007 He Was Awarded The Padma Vibhushan. He Passed Away In 2014 At The Age Of Ninety-Nine.