Description
- ISBN-13: 9789389958751
- Publisher: Speaking Tiger
- Binding: Paperback
- Language: English
- Width: 139.99972 mm
- ISBN-10: 938995875X
- Publisher Date: 25 Dec 2020
- Height: 39.99992 mm
- No of Pages: 240
Original price was: ₹399.00.₹339.15Current price is: ₹339.15.
In “Locking Down the Poor,” Harsh Mander reveals the devastating impact of India’s COVID-19 lockdown on vulnerable communities. He exposes the moral crisis as millions faced hunger, displacement, and systemic indifference. Mander’s powerful narrative calls for empathy, justice, and a renewed commitment to human dignity in the face of unprecedented hardship. Explore the pandemic’s untold stories and discover a path towards a more just future. ISBN: 9789389958751
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Saikat Das –
Important perspective, but difficult to get through. The suffering described is immense, and while necessary to understand, it makes for grim reading. It felt repetitive.
Subham Singh –
A well-researched and deeply disturbing account. ‘Locking Down the Poor’ is a call to action, urging us to address the systemic issues that led to such suffering. Excellent book!
Manikesh Kumar –
A tough but necessary read. Mander’s account is heartbreaking, yet it highlights systemic issues we can’t ignore. The book could have offered more solutions though.
Sana Rehman –
An unsettling look at the lockdown’s effects. Mander doesn’t hold back, and while it’s uncomfortable, it’s a necessary confrontation with reality. I wish it was shorter.
Bhavya Agrawal –
Mander’s work is a crucial contribution to understanding the pandemic’s impact. It’s very well written and gives voice to the voiceless. Everyone should read it.
Himanshu Gupta –
A powerful indictment of India’s response to the pandemic. ‘Locking Down the Poor’ is both disturbing and essential for understanding the human cost.
Aarsh Koul –
While the topic is crucial, the book felt a bit one-sided. Mander’s passion is evident, but a more balanced perspective would have been appreciated. I liked it overall.
Aman Kumawat –
Harsh Mander’s book is a vital document of a dark period. It shows the indifference faced by the poor during lockdown. A must-read for anyone interested in social justice.
Akanksha Sinha –
While I appreciate the intent, I found the book repetitive and somewhat preachy. The message is important, but the delivery could have been better. I am on the fence.
Akash Deep –
This book opened my eyes to the suffering I was unaware of. Mander’s writing is empathetic and compelling, though it can be emotionally draining.
Shashaank Malik –
An eye-opening account of the lockdown’s impact on India’s poor. Mander’s writing is powerful and moving, though sometimes overwhelming. It a bit preachy.
Anant Kumar Singh –
An informative and sobering account. ‘Locking Down the Poor’ is a reminder of the inequalities that exist and the work that needs to be done. Very insightful.