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BOOKS AND AUTHORS - August 2023

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Mar 30, 2024

Indian-British Writer's Book on AI Shortlisted for Women's Prize

The inaugural Women's Prize for Non-Fiction announced its shortlist of six books, including 'Code Dependent: Living in the Shadow of AI' by Indian-British journalist and commentator Madhumita Murgia. The book explores the impact of artificial intelligence on human society.
The other shortlisted books cover a wide range of subjects:
'Thunderclap: A Memoir of Art and Life and Sudden Death' by Laura Cumming
'Doppelganger: A Trip Into the Mirror World' by Naomi Klein
'A Flat Place' by Noreen Masud
'All That She Carried: The Journey of Ashley's Sack, a Black Family Keepsake' by Tiya Miles
'How to Say Babylon: A Jamaican Memoir' by Safiya Sinclair
The common thread among the books is their originality of voice and ability to turn complex ideas and personal trauma into compelling prose.

Mar 27, 2024

Senior Advocate M. C. Bhandare Releases Memoirs Titled 'The Arc of Memory'

Former Congress politician, Governor of Odisha and veteran lawyer Murlidhar Chandrakant Bhandare released his memoirs titled 'The Arc of Memory' in the presence of family, friends and members of the legal fraternity at the India International Centre in Delhi.
'The Arc of Memory' is a labour of love that began as Bhandare's communication to his late wife and former Delhi High Court judge Justice Sunanda Bhandare.

Mar 26, 2024

'Phool Bahadur' The First Magahi Novel in English

The Dibrugarh University International Literary Festival held in March 2024 witnessed the launch of a remarkable literary work – the English translation of the first Magahi novel, 'Phool Bahadur'. The translation was done by Abhay. K, a renowned writer from Nalanda, Bihar.
'Phool Bahadur' was originally written by Jayanath Pati and published in 1928. Despite being the first Magahi novel, it failed to gain much popularity among readers initially. However, it has now been rediscovered and is gaining fame thanks to Abhay. K's English translation. The translator stumbled upon this literary gem while editing 'The Book of Bihari Literature'.
Published by Penguin Random House India, 'Phool Bahadur' is a delightful novel set in the town of Biharsharif in Nalanda district of Bihar. The story revolves around the ambitious Mukhtar Samlal, and explores the harmonious yet exploitative relationships between a Nawab, a courtesan, and a circle officer. Each character tries to manipulate the others, with Mukhtar's sole goal being to acquire the title of Rai Bahadur.

Mar 12, 2024

Book on Patent Law by Justice Prathiba M. Singh

Delhi High Court judge, Justice Prathiba M. Singh's book on Patent Law was launched by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, along with other foreign dignitaries. The book, published by Thomson Reuters, was launched at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan.
The book, spanning over 2,600 pages across two volumes, serves as a commentary on Patent Law and draws from approximately 500 legal decisions.
Justice Prathiba M Singh began writing the book in 2013 when she was designated as a Senior Advocate. Former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and Senior Advocate Harish Salve played key roles in encouraging Justice Singh to undertake this monumental task.

Mar 07, 2024

A Book on Indian Modern Art 'The Gems of Indian Art' Launched

'The Gems of Indian Art', a comprehensive documentation of Harish Khullar's extensive collection of 20th-century Indian modern and contemporary art was launched. This near-300-page book was unveiled by Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Arjun Ram Meghwal, and S.P.S. Baghel, marking a pivotal moment in India's art scene.
Harish Khullar's collection, which the book documents, is celebrated internationally for its exceptional quality and prestigious provenance.
'The Gems of Indian Art' is more than a book; it is a celebration of Harish Khullar's lifelong passion and sophisticated vision for Indian art. Edited by the veteran art critic Vinod Bhardwaj, the publication is a distinguished addition to the discourse on Indian contemporary art history, appreciated for its archival quality by the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in New Delhi.

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