Year of the Weeds
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Year of the Weeds

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In the heart of western Odisha, Korok, a Gond gardener, faces eviction from his ancestral village. The government and a mining company eye the sacred hill for its aluminum ore. Against overwhelming odds, Korok and Anchita, a young artist, resist the powerful forces threatening their home. Explore themes of indigenous rights, environmentalism, and corporate greed in Siddhartha Sarma’s captivating “Year of the Weeds.” Discover how resilience blooms amidst destruction. ISBN: 9789387103115

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  • ISBN-13: 9789387103115
  • Publisher: Duckbill Books and Publications Pvt Ltd
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Weight: 589.670081 gr
  • ISBN-10: 9387103110
  • Publisher Date: 03 Nov 2018
  • Height: 39.99992 mm
  • No of Pages: 212
  • Width: 139.99972 mm

22 reviews for Year of the Weeds

  1. Aviral Pathania –

    A thought-provoking exploration of environmentalism and social justice. The characters are well-developed and the plot is engaging.

  2. Nilesh Jain –

    A compelling narrative about environmental destruction. The author has a way with words. Ending felt a little rushed, still impactful though.

  3. Name –

    The book is okay okay, it’s not the worst book i have read, but not the best either. You can skip it.

  4. Aditi –

    I was captivated by Korok’s determination. The book is thought-provoking and timely. A bit preachy in some sections, but good overall.

  5. Punit Kumar Yadav –

    This book is a powerful reminder of the importance of protecting our planet and its people. I am glad i read it.

  6. Ujjwal Dingliwal –

    The book is beautifully written and the story is compelling. I learned a lot about the issues facing the Gond people. Highly recommended.

  7. Aryaman Rawat –

    Sarma’s prose is lyrical and evocative. The book is a powerful indictment of corporate greed. Some parts were hard to get through.

  8. Umesh Kumar –

    A powerful story of resilience against corporate greed. Korok’s struggle is moving. Some parts felt slow, but overall, a worthwhile read.

  9. Utkarsh Narayan –

    I enjoyed learning about the culture and traditions of the Gond people. The environmental message is clear and urgent. Slow pace at times.

  10. Ruchie Gautam –

    While the story is important, I found the writing style a bit dense at times. Still, a worthwhile read for its subject matter.

  11. Priyanshu Gupta –

    Beautifully written, but somewhat depressing. The harsh realities depicted are important to acknowledge. A heavy but worthwhile read.

  12. Shubhankar Manohar Yadnik –

    An important book shedding light on indigenous rights. The writing is beautiful, though the plot felt predictable at times. Worth reading.

  13. Devesh Sharma –

    Sarma paints a vivid picture of Odisha and its people. The environmental themes resonated deeply. Anchita’s character could have been more developed.

  14. Jeelkumar Rajeshbhai Kadeval –

    A moving story about the fight to protect ancestral lands. The book is both informative and inspiring. Definitely recommend.

  15. Prasannajit Sahoo –

    Year of the Weeds opened my eyes to the struggles of indigenous communities in India. A must-read for those interested in social justice.

  16. Ankit Rawat –

    The author does a great job of bringing the culture of Odisha to life. The story is both heartbreaking and hopeful.

  17. Vipin Kumar –

    An eye-opening account of environmental degradation and its impact on indigenous populations. The author’s research is evident. Good book.

  18. Harsh Kumar –

    Year of the Weeds is a poignant and timely novel. The characters are complex and relatable. A must-read.

  19. Paras Bhardwaj –

    This book made me think about the impact of development on marginalized communities. A well-written and important story. Little slow.

  20. Harshvardhan Singh –

    The characters are well-developed, and the plot is engaging. I learned a lot about the issues facing Gond communities. Highly recommended.

  21. Tanushree Nangia –

    The book is good for those who enjoy reading about the rural life in India. The book is very descriptive.

  22. Rupali Thareja –

    Year of the Weeds is an important and timely novel that deserves to be read by everyone. Slow in pace though

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