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Sultana’s Dream and Padramarag: Two Feminist Utopias
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SKU: 9780144000036
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Discover two feminist utopias by Rokeya Sakhawat Hossain, a pioneering Bengali writer and activist. “Sultana’s Dream” (1905) portrays a world where women rule, while “Padmarag” (1924), translated here for the first time, depicts a female-led community in Bengal. Explore these witty and thought-provoking tales that champion women’s education and empowerment. Written by Barnita Bagchi.
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Aayush Sharma –
I found these stories to be both inspiring and challenging. At some point, it felt like i am reading some political manifesto. Overall a good book.
Ankit Sharma –
A thought-provoking glimpse into early feminist literature. ‘Padmarag’ got a bit slow at times.
Mohammad Fahim Faisal –
These utopian visions are inspiring. “Sultana’s Dream” is concise and impactful. “Padmarag” offers a deeper dive, though it drags in places.
Saksham Mathur –
An eye-opening exploration of feminist ideals! The stories sparked many thoughts, but translation felt a little clunky at times.
Anonymous –
A unique perspective on utopia. The writing style didn’t always resonate, but the concepts were fascinating.
Aryan Dua –
I was captivated by the creativity and forward-thinking ideas. Some parts felt a little preachy, but overall, a valuable read.
Bharat Jaggi –
“Sultana’s Dream” is a gem! “Padmarag” didn’t quite capture me as much, but still appreciated the themes. A must-read for feminist lit enthusiasts.
Ishika Sharma –
‘Sultana’s Dream’ is concise and powerful, while ‘Padmarag’ provided a broader, more detailed vision.
Sarthak Verma –
Important historical context, but not the most engaging read. Appreciated the message more than the execution. ‘Sultana’s dream’ was a banger!
Shubham Tripathi –
Incredibly insightful and relevant even today! ‘Sultana’s Dream’ blew my mind. Though ‘Padmarag’ was little lengthy
Rachit Mittal –
Thought-provoking but a little dry. Appreciated the historical context and feminist themes.
Vibhuti Aggarwal –
A brilliant collection of early feminist utopian literature! A great read. Rokeya Sakhawat Hossain is a pioneer.
Sheik Mohammed Bilal –
I enjoyed the premise of both stories, particularly the focus on education. However, the writing style felt a bit dated for my taste.
Barun Mandi –
Enjoyed ‘Sultana’s Dream’ immensely! It’s sharp and witty. ‘Padmarag’ was interesting, but not as gripping.
Lalitman Singh –
The books were well-written and engaging. The themes were explored well. Good read!
Devanshu Singh Negi –
A fascinating look into early feminist thought. “Sultana’s Dream” is especially clever. “Padmarag” was interesting, but not as impactful. Overall, a worthwhile read.
Prateek Popli –
A must-read for anyone interested in feminist history. ‘Sultana’s Dream’ is a classic, and ‘Padmarag’ offers great insight.
Bharat Jaggi –
I was really captivated by ‘Sultana’s Dream’! ‘Padmarag’ was not that much impactful. Translation was good.