Azadi
Azadi
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Brief
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Book • Nonfiction
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Arundhati Roy's Azadi is a collection of essays addressing themes of freedom and oppression, with a focus on India's political landscape. Through a person-first perspective, Roy explores topics such as nationalism, resistance, and the impact of societal changes on individuals and communities. The book provides a critical examination of contemporary issues affecting India and beyond.
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Review Roundup
Arundhati Roy's Azadi is praised for its incisive and timely political commentary, reflecting on India's current socio-political landscape. Readers appreciate her eloquent prose and compelling arguments. Some critics, however, find the collection too polemical, potentially alienating those unfamiliar with India's intricacies. Overall, it's an impactful and thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read Azadi?
A reader who appreciates incisive political discourse, activism, and cultural critique would enjoy Azadi by Arundhati Roy. Fans of The Ministry of Utmost Happiness and Orientalism by Edward Said, blending storytelling with poignant analysis of contemporary issues, will find it equally compelling.
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