Discover Sankarshan Thakur’s “Salt and Pepper: Selected Literary Columns (India List)”, a powerful collection of literary essays from Seagull Books. This book offers a fierce and witty exploration of a nation in transition. Written between the lines of daily news, these columns blend political satire, poetic reportage, and resonant parables. Thakur captures the surreal absurdities and profound disquiet of contemporary India, examining a society grappling with dissent, memory, and a twisted sense of patriotism. Perfect for readers seeking insightful commentary on India’s fractured republic, “Salt and Pepper” presents enduring reflections on identity, belonging, and resistance in a rapidly changing world. A must-read from The Bookish Owl for literary and political analysis enthusiasts.