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Shitala: The Indian Roots of Vaccination - Softcover

Mitra Desai

 
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Synopsis

What happens when a search for the truth uncovers the deepest secrets of India's past? When the COVID-19 pandemic abruptly halts Tara's life, she finds herself trapped at home, overwhelmed by helplessness and anger as the world struggles to survive. But the real spark ignites during an intense conversation with her grandfather. When Nana claims that India has successfully pioneered and enabled its own massive vaccination drive, Tara is incredulous. How could a nation plagued by systemic, decades-old infrastructure issues pulling from the roots of a dilapidated system pull off something so monumental? Driven by frustration, Tara sets out to prove him wrong. But her quest for answers leads her down a rabbit hole of historical revelations that completely shatter her worldview. From the harrowing realities of colonial plunder to the hidden resilience of a nation rebuilding itself, Tara's discovery is an eye-opener. Part contemporary drama, part historical awakening, this book challenges everything we think we know about modern India's capabilities and its past.

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About the Author

Mitra Desai is a writer, researcher, and podcaster whose work bridges India and Australia while challenging colonial narratives about Indian history, science, and culture. Her interdisciplinary projects combine archival research, civilizational storytelling, and contemporary voices to recover India's contributions to global knowledge. As a media creator, she hosts The Mitra Desai Show, a podcast that begins "in the space between India and Australia" and listens for echoes of civilizations that textbooks forgot.

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