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THREE MODERN INDIAN PLAYS (OIP)
0Original price was: ₹495.00.₹470.25Current price is: ₹470.25.Discover “THREE MODERN INDIAN PLAYS (OIP)”, a curated collection of seminal works from India’s national theatre movement, available at The Bookish Owl. This essential volume features Girish Karnad’s “Tughlaq,” a powerful exploration of a medieval monarch’s idealism and failure, translated by the author himself. Experience Badal Sircar’s “Evam Indrajit,” a poignant Bengali play translated by Karnad, delving into middle-class dilemmas and socio-economic realities. Finally, Vijay Tendulkar’s “Silence! The Court is in Session,” translated by Priya Adarkar, dramatically exposes women’s subordination in Indian society through a chilling mock trial. A must-have for students of Indian theatre, literature, and social commentary.
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TUGHLAQ (OXFORD INDIA PERENNIALS) OIP
0Original price was: ₹260.00.₹247.00Current price is: ₹247.00.Explore the complex reign of Muhammad Bin Tughlaq in Girish Karnad’s acclaimed play, Tughlaq. This Oxford India Perennials edition delves into the enigmatic 14th-century ruler, renowned for his scholarship, mysticism, and poetry, but infamous for actions that earned him the moniker ‘Mad Muhammad’. Karnad masterfully blends history and myth to unravel the motivations behind Tughlaq’s seemingly whimsical decisions. The play operates on symbolic and metaphoric levels, drawing parallels between Tughlaq’s era and contemporary political and social landscapes. Discover the psyche of a ruler whose reign continues to fascinate and provoke debate. A must-read for history and drama enthusiasts seeking profound insights into power and human nature.
