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Things Fall Apart post colonial discourse chinua achebe analysis Indian Book Critics

Things Fall Apart, The Post Colonial Discourse and The Legacy – an exploration

2 weeks ago

Post-colonial discourse, unlike feminist narrative, has much depth, substance and ideological base. Though feminism did start on the right note, mutation after mutation took it on a different path altogether;…

controversial books you must read a list Indian book critics

10 Controversial Books YOU MUST READ – a list by IBC (for literature lovers)

Recommendations

9 months ago

What makes a book controversial? Books become controversial for a variety of reasons. They can challenge societal norms, explore sensitive or taboo subjects, or present viewpoints that oppose prevailing cultural,…

How far could The Boys in the Boat sail... in the literary ocean? An opinion Indian Book Critics literature

The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown, sailing the literary ocean – a critical evaluation (and the flaws) of the novel

Opinions

12 months ago

Have you already read this novel? A bestselling work of fiction by noted novelist Daniel James Brown, The Boys in the Boat, tells the dramatic story of a rowing team…

10 Interesting Books to begin 2024 Reading Journey novels foreign authors

10 Books (by foreign authors) to Read in the Beginning of the Year 2024 – an Internet List

Lists

1 year ago

As we look back on the literary landscape of 2023, it’s clear that readers have been treated to a wealth of captivating and thought-provoking books. From gripping memoirs to innovative…

Amazon Audible free trial Indian book critics audiobooks benefits review

Hello, young professionals! Audiobooks are here to help you engage with books – Get a month for free on Amazon Audible.

Opinions

2 years ago

Let me begin by saying that I wasn’t a big fan of audiobooks. However, I had to change my opinion. I listened to a few audiobooks after subscribing to Amazon…

Books you must read to understand the internet and social media

Social Media Addiction and the Perils of the Internet – list of books you must read

Lists

2 years ago

The internet has changed the world in many ways. The globe, the giant sphere, the land of diverse species, and millions of miles of the surface have shrunk to fit…

Structuralism and beyond literary theory Indian Book Critics

This is why I look beyond Structuralism – I may have read about ‘this’ before… not ‘this’ way!

Opinions

2 years ago

The worst part of being a critic is the act of slaying the author’s hard work, emotional and rational inputs into the literary work, and caring nothing about it. Have…

Hindi Poetry – A concern that only 90s guys and those before 90s will understand – opinion

Poetry

3 years ago

Hindi poetry has travelled a great distance. If we mix everything written in languages like Hindi, the history of Hindi literature in India will go back many centuries before, even…

Terry Eagleton how to read literature book review

How to Read Literature by Terry Eagleton – Book Review

Non-fiction

4 years ago

I have had my differences with Terry Eagleton. Well, Terry doesn’t take offence in disagreeing over something and that’s something one should appreciate. Recently (in fact today only), I read…

Audiobooks are cool but not while you ride a bike

No! You cannot listen to a book while riding a bike (even on the pillion seat) – be aware!

Opinions

4 years ago

Saw that advertisement many times. Listening to a book? Fine. Listening to a book while riding a bike? Dangerous. Aesthetically or logically speaking, listening to a book is not as…

True Literary criticism is different and absent today

Do we lack contemporary critics who can construe literature objectively? Opinion

Opinions

4 years ago

Criticism has proven itself to be the tool that can discern works of literature. Standards, measures, ranks and hierarchy can be various and depending upon the person who indulges in…

Don't Believe A Word by David ShariatMadari book review

Don’t Believe a Word: The Surprising Truth About Language by David Shariatmadari – Review

Non-fiction

4 years ago

“Take the words “adder,” “apron” and “umpire.” They were originally “nadder,” “napron” and “numpire.” I did not know because I am not into the studies of linguistics in-depth. However, knowing…