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Book Review : Sanatan

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Book Name: Sanatan Author: Sharankumar Limbale Publisher: Vintage Books (Imprint of Penguin Random House) Genre: Historical Fiction Format: Hardcover Print length: 248 pages  Rating: 4 /5 Sanatan by Sharankumar Limbale is historical fiction translated from Marathi to English by Paromita Sengupta that depicts the inhuman discrimination towards Mahars by the upper caste. Blurb on Amazon Sanatan is the gut-wrenching story of Bhimnak Mahar and his ilk, who have been subjected to barbaric abuse and inhuman discrimination by the upper castes over centuries. The story begins with the young Bhimnak in pre-Independence India. It then traverses time and geographical boundaries to end with Bhimnak’s grandson. The circular narrative pattern is reflective of the endless cycle of pain that the Mahars are unable to break free from, no matter how hard they try, no matter where they go, no matter if they change their identity and religion. Using myths, the Puranas and historical texts as resource
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Book Review: The Algebra Of Compassion

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Book Name: The Algebra of Compassion Author: Ankur Vashishtha Publisher: Notion Press Genre: Non-Fiction Format: Paperback Print length: 205 pages  Rating: 4/5 The Algebra of Compassion by Ankur Vashishtha is a nonfiction novel illustrating valuable insights communicating compassion and human interconnectedness. Blurb on Amazon Ever wondered why, despite a universal desire for peace, we find ourselves locked in a perpetual state of war? Are you intrigued by how decisions made over the last 1400 years continue to shape our present, and how our choices will shape the world for future generations? Do you wish to uncover the ancient wisdom held within our sacred texts, and use it to forge a better path forward? Have you ever imagined a world where humans, animals, and nature live together in perfect harmony? If these thoughts stir your curiosity, this book might be just what you're looking for. Through engaging fables, modern anecdotes, and a thoughtful exploration of the past 14
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Does Validation Take A Toll On You?

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Till when the art would find its way through validation? One evening, Shanaya was overwhelmed and eager to share the news with one of her friends. Without a second thought, she called her friend, Akhil, without knowing where the conversation would lead.  As she made a call, the phone rang, but there was no response. She thought that Akhil would give her a call back when he would be free. Shanaya resumed her work and went to prepare for dinner. After preparations, she left for the market to buy some groceries and cherish the pleasant rainy weather with a cool breeze touching her soul, whispering in her ears the rhythm of the onset of autumn. Holding an umbrella in one hand and a mobile phone in the other to shoot a video for her friend Neeta, walking on the rain-showered roads. They were trying to prevent a pool of water from splashing on them while the vehicles passed by them. Once they reached the society gate, it was tedious to cross the road due to heavy traffic. Somehow, they manag
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Book Review : Romantic Medley

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Book Name: Romantic Medley Author: Ajola Ganesan Publisher: Ukiyoto Genre: Poetry Format: Kindle Print length: 144 pages  Rating: 4/5 Romantic Medley by Ajola Ganesan is a collection of 50 poems weaved by love and around love for all the romantic readers looking to explore the complex emotions of humans in love. Blurb on Amazon This book holds 50 romantic poems, the sweetest moments that happens between couples, have been expressed in the form of poems. The words flavored with romance, will make you rejoice and make you experience one of the best moments in your life. Kisses and hugs hold magic, the spell, only the Kingdom of Love knows! The sweet grabs and silent hugs, the uninvited kisses and the anger turned-romantic evenings! The language of love is an 'Art' and is a 'Forever admirable one! Kisses, hugs Vs Ego, anger! The game of love is interesting, making us go crazy with the prettiest shades of Romance! Whether you are a person in love, or want to know what the
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Book Review : A Murder Is Fixed

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Book Name: A Murder Is Fixed Author: Madhav Nayak Publisher: Harper Fiction India Genre: Crime Fiction Format: Paperback Print length: 320 pages  Rating: 4 /5 A Murder Is Fixed by Madhav Nayak is a crime and mystery fiction novel that will keep readers on the edge of the bed biting their nails till the mystery is unfolded. Blurb on Amazon Late on a Sunday night, Shreya Ved, an investigator of a commission probing match-fixing in the Mega Cricket League, is found murdered in her office. Even as Inspector Vichare and Constable Lobo of Dhobi Talao Police Station begin their investigation, Russi Batliwala, the one-eyed, indefatigably curious Parsi cricket umpire (now retired), manages to wriggle his way onto the team. As clues tumble out, the trio discovers a rather long list of people who had the motive and the opportunity to kill Shreya that night, including India's beloved cricket star - Rishi Girhotra. But with their prime suspects dying mysteriously around them and a deadly
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