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Deewar : The Foothpath, The City And The Angry Young Man
0Original price was: ₹350.00.₹255.50Current price is: ₹255.50.Explore the enduring legacy of Yash Chopra’s 1975 masterpiece, ‘Deewaar: The Foothpath, The City And The Angry Young Man’, starring Amitabh Bachchan. This iconic Hindi film, celebrated for its gripping narrative of two diverging brothers and unforgettable dialogues like ‘Mere paas ma hai’, continues to captivate audiences. Vinay Lal’s insightful study delves deeper, analyzing ‘Deewaar’ beyond its popular appeal. Discover its connections to Hindi cinema history, urban migration, and the socio-political landscape of the 1970s. Lal unpacks the film’s rich symbolism, from the clash of the footpath and skyscraper to the significance of tattoos and signatures, revealing its profound place in Indian and world cinema. A must-read for cinephiles and students of popular culture, available at The Bookish Owl.
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The Other Indians
0₹364.27Explore the rich narrative of the Indian diaspora with this insightful examination of Indian Americans. Delve into the social and cultural history of Indian communities across the globe, particularly their phenomenal growth in the United States. This book chronicles their journey, from early circulation of ideas about India and the Ghadr movement, through struggles for citizenship rights, the shaping of ‘Indian culture’, and the rise of ‘temple Hinduism’. It offers a politically engaged perspective, essential for understanding the global Indian experience and the influence of NRIs. Discover the multifaceted story of “the other Indians” and their impact on culture and politics.
