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Book # 7 A Calendar Too Crowded by Sagarika Chakraborty

When I was first asked to review A Calendar Too Crowded by Sagarika Chakraborty, I was sure I wasn’t going to enjoy the book. Given the recent spate of predictable books by first time Indian authors, I was sure that … Continue reading

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What’s a woman to do? Thoughts on sexual harassment and Book #9 Sonia Faleiro’s Beautiful Thing

THERE are certain everyday occurrences that you, as a woman, probably never really pay attention to. They are, after all, as everyday as dal-rice. It could be the balding old uncle, respectably dressed for his government job, who just can’t … Continue reading

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Real Men Don’t Whine or Why We Should Still Listen to Feminists

I recently read a post on Great Bong’s blog about the unsuitability of Pratibha Patil for the post of President of India. The post was well written as usual, witty and informative and making it’s point with crystal clarity. I … Continue reading

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Sex and the Maiden

I’ve been reading a lot about chastity balls these days. A chastity ball is something like a wedding ceremony, but with a twist. Here, a father and daughter exchange vows – the father swears to be faithful to his daughter’s … Continue reading

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