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Blood Island: An Oral History of the Marichjhapi Massacre

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Uncover the silenced truth of the Marichjhapi Massacre in 1979 with “Blood Island.” Deep Halder’s oral history gives voice to the forgotten victims, exiled and subjected to horrific violence on Marichjhapi Island. Through harrowing eyewitness accounts, this book unveils a dark chapter of human rights violations. Experience the power of memory and resilience as survivors share their stories of loss, survival, and the enduring fight for justice. ISBN: 9789353025878

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9789353025878
  • Publisher: HarperCollins India
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Weight: 300.000 gr
  • ISBN-10: 9353025877
  • Publisher Date: 25-May-2019
  • Height: 47.000 mm
  • No of Pages: 192
  • Width: 253.999 mm

17 reviews for Blood Island: An Oral History of the Marichjhapi Massacre

  1. Harshita Baheti

    Heartbreaking accounts of the Marichjhapi Massacre. The book is well-researched but emotionally draining. A crucial piece of history.

  2. Aniket Mulmule

    A powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable cruelty. Highly recommended.

  3. Mamidisetti Bharathi

    An eye-opening account of a dark chapter in history. The personal stories are both heartbreaking and inspiring.

  4. Utkarsh Tripathi

    A difficult but important read. The oral history format is powerful, though sometimes hard to follow. Sheds light on a forgotten tragedy.

  5. Shivam Arora

    While I appreciated the oral history approach, I wish there was more analysis included. Still, a valuable resource.

  6. Aryaman Ahuja

    Important historical account that can be difficult to follow at times. More context could be useful for the new reader.

  7. Utkarsh Narayan

    The book is a vital record of the Marichjhapi Massacre, but some accounts were repetitive. Overall, a worthwhile read.

  8. Garima Sharma

    The voices of the survivors are compelling, but the book could have used more context. Still, a valuable contribution.

  9. Vaishnavi

    A searing indictment of injustice. ‘Blood Island’ is a powerful and important book that will stay with you long after you finish reading.

  10. Navya

    Disturbing and unforgettable. “Blood Island” is a must-read for anyone interested in human rights and social justice.

  11. Shaan Sundar R

    Deeply moving and informative. ‘Blood Island’ is a significant contribution to the historical record. A must-read.

  12. Shivam Raj

    While the subject matter is important, the book felt somewhat disjointed. The oral history approach had its drawbacks.

  13. Aman Verma

    A gripping and emotional account of the Marichjhapi Massacre. The book is essential for understanding this tragedy.

  14. Siddharth Madan

    Heart wrenching and enraging. This book documents a terrible event and is essential to understand this history.

  15. Ashutosh Anil Rai

    The book is a difficult but necessary read. The voices of the survivors are haunting and unforgettable.

  16. Varalika Kathuria

    A powerful and disturbing book. This shines a light on a little-known tragedy. A important read for those interested in human rights.

  17. Kodavali Samarpana Rao

    I struggled with the book’s structure. Despite that, the individual stories are impactful and deserve to be heard.

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