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As post-colonial Mayyazhi (Mahe)—where ‘history and time flowed with the water under the rusted iron bridge’—tries to come to terms with its new-found independence, young men leave to seek their fortunes abroad. And many of the older generation, orphaned by the departure of the French, struggle to eke out a living even as they remember their days of plenty under their foreign masters... ...
From one single message sent across cyberspace between a dancer and a stranger, a story of passion, love and the fabulous world of dance evolves.The book follows the journey of Agni, a dancer from a small village in Kerala. As his dancing career takes off, Agni meets a man who will change his life forever. As their relationship grows, Agni is compelled to confront himself in his many dimensions. The story is in a truly postmodern style, with impersonal messages ...
Dip into an unusual mix of unforgettable short fiction – fiction that is sure to enchant, amuse and provoke. This book from the Pocket Plus series presents an eclectic collection of stories in reader friendly translations. Fine short fiction from across India, this collection is a sure way of knowing India through her stories.