All Posts By Thoughtful Critic
The Invasion That Never Was and Song of Humanity by Michel Danino and Sujata Nahar Book Review
“As established as it may have become through decades of thoughtless repetition, the “Aryan invasion theory” as it is called, does not rest on a single solid piece of evidence.” The assertion tells a lot. For many decades, a particular section of academia and intellectuals have pushed the flawed and imaginative theory of an invasion….
50 Things Every Young Lady Should Know by Kay West Et al. Book Review
Title: 50 Things Every Young Lady Should Know: What to Do, What to Say, and How to Behave Authors: Kay West, John Bridges, Bryan Curtis Publication Date: 2011, October 31 Publisher: Rutledge Hill Genre: Etiquette, Self-help, Non-fiction Language: English Pages: 240 pages Overview 50 Things Every Young Lady Should Know is a modern etiquette guide…
The White Tiger by Aravind Adiga Book Review
Title: The White Tiger Author: Aravind Adiga Publisher: HarperCollins India (2008) Language: English Format: Paperback, 321 pages If you don’t know already, Adiga’s The White Tiger is a bestselling novel that won him the prestigious (really?) Man Booker Prize in 2008. The story offers many things – ideas, opinions, satire, humour, absurdity, surrealism, and…
Odyssey Dima Hasao & Autonomous Council by Ramu Upadhaya: Book Review
Title: Odyssey Dima Hasao & Autonomous Council Author: Ramu Upadhaya Publisher: Zorba Books (13 October 2024) Language: English Format: Perfect Paperback, 314 pages ISBN-10: 9358961880 ISBN-13: 978-9358961881 Introduction Ramu Upadhaya’s Odyssey Dima Hasao & Autonomous Council is an informative and intriguing exploration of Dima Hasao, a district in Assam governed uniquely by an autonomous…
Emma by Jane Austen Book Review (with analysis and critical summary)
Title: Emma Author: Jane Austen Publication Date: 1815 Publisher: John Murray Genre: Novel, Romantic Fiction, Comedy of Manners Language: English Pages: Approximately 474 pages (first edition) Buy a copy: Amazon India (click here) Emma, first published in 1815, is one of Jane Austen’s most celebrated novels, known for exploring class, social structure, and the intricacies…
5 Must-read Novels by Chetan Bhagat – a list for young readers (by a literary enthusiast who doesn’t usually admire Bhagat)
Are you looking for Chetan Bhagat’s best novels? You have landed the right place in this vast world of the internet, where genuine information has become as rare as a yellow elephant in Shanghai! You will have the list of best novels by Chetan Bhagat to read and many other details about him and his…
The Reel Deal: 10 Books That Sparked Epic On-Screen Adventures
Hey, fellow bookworms and screen enthusiasts! Remember that time you finished binge-watching an addictive series or movie and thought, “This would have been an incredible novel”? Now, let’s flip that idea on its head. What if I told you that some of your favourite screen sagas that became cultural landmarks started their journey as books?…
Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen Book Review
Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen is a tale of love, heartbreak, and endless social drama that could rival your favourite Netflix series. Picture this: two sisters, one ruled by logic (Elinor) and the other by pure emotion (Marianne), navigating the rocky terrain of 19th-century relationships. There are no dating apps, just good old-fashioned misunderstandings,…
The Essential George Orwell: Must-Read Books for Every Literary Enthusiast
Imagine a world where every move you make is watched, every word you speak is recorded, and every thought you have is scrutinised. Sounds like a nightmare, right? Well, welcome to George Orwell’s 1984, a book that has given us the term “Big Brother” and a chilling glimpse into what life could be like under…
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen Book Review
Who doesn’t love old wine? Well, there are many, in fact! I haven’t tasted even a drop of this aesthetic marvel that transports a person to a different realm. However, when it comes to old books, there may be very few who might run away. Like old wine, old classics also have the prowess to…