Neige Sinno's book also dives into works by other writers in search of similar themes and draws inspiration from authors such as Virginia Woolf, William Blake, Mary Gaitskill, and Toni Morrison who shine a light on experiences that “aim to annihilate the other, to deny his/her humanity”.
-
-
Most professional matchmakers operate like big businesses today—super-organised, digitally savvy, keen to extend their reach beyond Indian shores
BY Vineetha Mokkil 25 March 2024
-
Future of Taste shines the spotlight on several indigenous food items that have been neglected by a majority of Indians over the years.
BY Vineetha Mokkil 17 March 2024
-
Billboards on ageing and ‘regaining’ youth are everywhere advertisements promise to turn back time. The message is loud and clear: ageing is a disaster that affects women far more than men. Wake up and panic, ladies. Or else, fade away into old age and oblivion.
BY Rakhi Bose 11 March 2024
-
Echoes of the present often permeate the fictional universe of this debut novel, prompting readers to ponder the future of the world we live in where authoritarian leaders run amuck
BY Vineetha Mokkil 3 March 2024
-
This phantom is on the ruling dispensation’s mind. Those who claim to care little for him dissect his loves and hates, day in, day out
BY Vineetha Mokkil 1 March 2024
-
Clothing is inseparably linked to tribal identity. Each tribe has a unique design language. Every embellishment, weave, and motif has a special meaning to the community
BY Vineetha Mokkil 24 February 2024
-
Vampires and zombies have no respite. Their search for connection continues for centuries. And then there is unrequited love—an ache that smoulders for a lifetime
BY Vineetha Mokkil 14 February 2024
-
Politicians use a carefully constructed dress sense to send out targeted messages and build a distinct image.
BY Vineetha Mokkil 2 February 2024
-
Cooped up at home with their families amid Israeli-imposed curfews and lockdowns, Palestinians spent time in the kitchen, learning how to make traditional Palestinian dishes using indigenous ingredients. Food brought them comfort. Food became a refuge in the time of war and violence.
BY Vineetha Mokkil 27 January 2024
Advertisement
Newsletter
Signup for Outlook and get curated content to your inbox everyday.