Mamang Dai ist eine Dichterin und Romanautorin, deren Werk tief in die reiche Kultur und Traditionen Nordostindiens eintaucht. Ihr Schreiben, das oft von ihrer Muttersprache Adi inspiriert ist, erfasst das Wesen der Region und gibt ihren Menschen durch lebendige Bilder und fesselnde Erzählungen eine Stimme. Dai fungiert als Brücke zwischen Vergangenheit und Gegenwart, dokumentiert die Fragilität von Traditionen angesichts der Moderne und bietet tiefe Einblicke in das Leben ihrer Gemeinschaft. Ihre Prosa und Poesie zeichnen sich durch intensive Poetizität und einen starken erzählerischen Geist aus.
The book presents four enchanting tales from Arunachal Pradesh that explore the origins of the world. In these stories, two brothers embark on a creative journey to shape the earth, a river meanders over a mountain, a dove serenades with a lullaby, and a mischievous sun attempts to scorch the land. Each tale weaves together elements of mythology and nature, offering a rich tapestry of cultural storytelling that captures the imagination.
Set in Arunachal Pradesh, this retelling of a classic folk tale features Nyanyi Myete, a legendary celestial queen from the Kojum-Koja civilization. Emerging from the Great Deluge, she embodies the message of harmony with nature, weaving together themes of mythology and environmental awareness. The narrative explores the significance of balance in the natural world through Nyanyi's journey and teachings, offering a rich cultural perspective.
Drawn to New Delhi from the hills of the North East by hopes of adventure and the love of a married man, Adna opens a guest house for lovers and friends. In a small bungalow on a quiet lane, an unlikely assortment of couples and singles come together, for an afternoon, a day and sometimes for months. While in the big city death, like Cupid, stalks the streets and strikes at random. This second novel by the acclaimed author of The Legends of Pensam is a graceful, quirky and ultimately moving story about relationships, complete with all their complications and joy.
The anthology offers a rich exploration of rural India through a diverse collection of short fiction, commentary, and reportage. It features poignant stories like Ruskin Bond's tale of friendship in a Himalayan village and Mahasweta Devi's powerful examination of caste hierarchies. Vijaydan Detha's narrative captures a violent power struggle, while P. Sainath's journalistic insights reveal a range of colorful characters from the countryside. Amitava Kumar's piece delves into the connections between diet and identity, collectively showcasing the intricate tapestry of village life in India.
The narrative unfolds in the mid-nineteenth century Northeast, encompassing areas from Assam to Arunachal, as the East India Company attempts to expand its influence. The local Abor and Mishmee tribes are depicted as resilient defenders of their land, actively resisting the encroachment of foreign powers. The story explores themes of colonialism, cultural conflict, and the struggle for autonomy amidst the looming threat of imperial expansion.