Sengupta Ratnottama (58 results)

Soft cover. Condition: New. In Mistress of Melodies, Nabendu Ghosh traverses the streets of the ever-changing city of Calcutta to tell the stories of womencourtesans and those who engaged in sex-workacross generations. There is the innocent Chhaya, a widow who elopes and remarries only to be duped by her new husband. The gritty Basana, who sees the highs and lows of life after being drawn into prostitution as an adolescent. Hasina, the alluring baiji, who auctions her adolescent daughter's virginity to the highest bidder and lives to regret it. The fierce Tagar who is abandoned when pregnant and is drawn into the world of prostitution, but leaves it to give love another chance. Fatima, a brave mother, who would rather sell her body than let hunger drive her and her son to their deaths. And finally, Gauhar Jaan, the songstress who enchants every man she meets but yearns for a true love who will accept her for who she is. Poignant, evocative and intensely human, Mistress of Melodies features some of the strongest women in Indian fiction created by Nabendu Ghosh,the legendary screenwriter who scripted immortal classics such as Abhimaan, Devdas and Bandini, among others.…

HC. 132pp ISBN 1890206547 very good w/good dustjacket (hardcover). B&W and color illustrations (illustrator).

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Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. That Bird Called Happiness: Stories. Book.

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Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Our Stories, Our Struggle: Violence and The Lives of Women. Book.

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Condition: New. Brand New, Softcover edition. This item may ship from the US or our Overseas warehouse depending on your location and stock availability.

Condition: New. pp. 144 115 Illus. (Partly Col.).

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very good. Unread. A clean, tight copy throughout with minimal wear. Unclipped dust jacket and front board slightly worn along the bottom edge. Internally, pages clean with text and images bright. No markings. NEW EU 3 EURO CHARGE FOR IMPORTS IS INCLUDED IN OUR SHIPPING PRICE. ALL ITEMS ARE DISPATCHED FROM THE UK, ALL OVERSEAS ORDERS SENT BY TRACKABLE AIR MAIL. IF YOU ARE LOCATED OUTSIDE THE UK PLEASE ASK US FOR A POSTAGE QUOTE FOR MULTI VOLUME SETS BEFORE ORDERING. Kachangal, Manoj (illustrator).…

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Condition: New. Brand New. Soft Cover International Edition. Different ISBN and Cover Image. Priced lower than the standard editions which is usually intended to make them more affordable for students abroad. The core content of the book is generally the same as the standard edition. The country selling restrictions may be printed on the book but is no problem for the self-use. This Item maybe shipped from US or any other country as we have multiple locations worldwide.…

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HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Hardcover. Condition: New. ISBN:9788188204168,132pp.

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HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Soft cover. Condition: New. This bold and compelling anthology amplifies the voices of women across South Asia, challenging entrenched patriarchy and advocating for justice across borders. From heart-wrenching accounts of gender-based violence to tales of courage and defiance, the real-life stories, analytical essays, and inspiring poetry in this collection illuminate both the harsh realities and the resilience of women in India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. Women suffer from a range of violence, including rape, acid attacks, mass rapes during communal violence, dowry deaths, caste-based oppression, killings in the name of 'honour', and much worse. Our Stories, Our Struggle is not just a collection of narratives about violations but a call to action, inviting readers to join the chorus of voices demanding change. At its core, this volume confronts societal norms that have suppressed women's freedoms and safety. Its narratives, written by women, have been inspired by pivotal events like the 'Nirbhaya' case, and the numerous brutalities ignored, if not perpetrated, by regional governments. They grapple with cultural shifts, complex emotions, and the impact of trauma on survivors of violence and their families, prompting readers to envision a future where equity and fairness prevail. …