Book Details
• Publisher: Sahitya Akademi
• Author: Kailash C. Baral
• Language: English
• Pages: 196
• Cover: Paperback
• Edition: 2017
• ISBN: 9788126019984
• Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 14 cm
• Weight: 260 gm
About the Book
This volume presents a rich collection of sixteen short stories that reflect the diverse realities of life in Northeast India. Through a variety of themes and narrative styles, the stories portray different aspects of the region’s social and cultural life, including innocence, violence, corruption, romantic relationships, humour, and elements of the supernatural.
The stories focus on human concerns and the complexities of relationships, often highlighting their fragility in changing social contexts. While the anthology is not intended to be fully representative of the entire region, it offers meaningful insights into the cultural traditions, everyday experiences, and evolving social dynamics of the societies of Northeast India.
The collection includes works by both well-established authors and emerging voices, allowing readers to witness the changing literary landscape and cultural transformations taking place in the region. Many of the stories transcend specific geographical or cultural boundaries, presenting themes that resonate with universal human experiences and reflections on life.
Edited by Professor Kailash C. Baral, a distinguished scholar and former Pro-Vice Chancellor of the English and Foreign Languages University, Hyderabad, the anthology reflects his significant contribution to Northeast studies and Indian literary scholarship. His earlier edited work, Earth Songs, which also featured stories from Northeast India, received wide recognition and was translated into Kannada and Hindi.
Published by Sahitya Akademi, this book is an important resource for readers interested in Indian short fiction, regional literature, and the cultural narratives of Northeast India. It offers an engaging reading experience for students, scholars, and general readers exploring the literary diversity of India.
