Discover ‘Lajja: Now with a new author’s note,’ a powerful and controversial novel from a leading voice in contemporary literature. This special edition revisits a savage indictment of religious extremism and man’s inhumanity, originally banned in Bangladesh but a global bestseller. Follow the poignant story of the Datta family, loyal citizens of Bangladesh who refuse to abandon their homeland despite facing escalating terror from Muslim fundamentalists. When the Babri Masjid demolition ignites retaliatory attacks on Hindus, the Dattas’ world shatters. Experience this gripping narrative that explores themes of faith, identity, and the devastating consequences of intolerance. A must-read for fans of impactful historical fiction, available at The Bookish Owl.