About the Author
Arundhati Roy
ISBN 9780143460169
Rs. 960
Penguin Books
Azadi
Who it's for: Readers interested in political essays and contemporary India
In "Azadi," Arundhati Roy delves into the multifaceted concept of 'freedom' across various landscapes. From the chant of "Azadi!" in Kashmir's struggle against occupation and India's movement against Hindu Nationalism, to the global introspection brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, Roy critically examines what freedom truly means in a world grappling with growing authoritarianism.Why You Should Read? Explore insightful essays that connect local struggles for freedom with global sociopolitical shifts. Gain perspective on how the pandemic redefined our understanding of borders, incarceration, and collective experience. Engage with critical meditations on language, fiction, and the power of alternative imaginations. Consider the pandemic as a transformative 'portal' inviting humanity to envision a different, more just world.
Highlights
- Essays connecting local freedom struggles to global sociopolitical shifts
- Examines Kashmir's Azadi movement and resistance to Hindu Nationalism
- Reflects on the pandemic's impact on borders, incarceration, and collective experience
- Meditates on language, fiction, and alternative imaginations
- Considers the pandemic as a portal to envision a more just world
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Questions about this book
What is the main topic of Azadi?
The book is a collection of essays by Arundhati Roy that examines the concept of freedom in various contexts, including Kashmir's struggle, resistance to Hindu nationalism, and the global introspection caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Does the book focus only on India?
While it centers on India, particularly Kashmir and Hindu nationalism, it also connects these local struggles to global sociopolitical shifts and the pandemic's worldwide impact.
What does the title 'Azadi' mean?
Azadi means 'freedom' in several South Asian languages. The title reflects the book's exploration of freedom's meaning in different struggles, such as the chant of 'Azadi!' in Kashmir.
Is this book a novel or a collection of essays?
It is a non-fiction collection of essays and journalism, not a novel. Roy is known for her fiction, but this work is a series of critical essays.