Against the Madness of Manu
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Against the Madness of Manu

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Explore Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s groundbreaking analysis of Brahmanical patriarchy and caste in “Against the Madness of Manu.” Edited by Sharmila Rege, this book reveals Ambedkar’s feminist perspective on caste, highlighting the control over women as crucial for maintaining the caste system. Discover Ambedkar’s critical insights and their relevance to contemporary India.

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  • ISBN-13: 9788189059538
  • Publisher: Navayana Publishers-Delhi
  • Publisher Imprint: Navayana Publishers-Delhi
  • Language: English
  • Weight: 320 gr
  • ISBN-10: 818905953X
  • Publisher Date: 2013
  • Binding: Paperback
  • No of Pages: 266

21 reviews for Against the Madness of Manu

  1. Shipika Arora –

    Offers a much-needed perspective on caste and women. It can be repetitive in places, but the overall message is strong.

  2. Ritika Sharma –

    Nice book, but very hard to read because of difficult words. It would have been nicer if easier words were used.

  3. Karanveer Singh Marwaha –

    Eye-opening and revolutionary ideas are presented in this book. The best read on caste.

  4. Adya Goswami –

    A powerful critique of caste and patriarchy. This book is thought-provoking and essential for social justice advocates.

  5. Shriram Santhosh C –

    A great book to learn the intersection of caste, class and gender. Bit hard to read because of language.

  6. Kuldeep Singh –

    A decent collection of work on caste system. A few works seem biased.

  7. Prasaanth S –

    Very interesting. The book changed my perception of caste dynamics in India.

  8. Akhand Vaibhav Singh –

    Ambedkar’s work is always enlightening, and this collection is no exception. Very well put together.

  9. Airene Ganguly –

    A must-read for anyone interested in understanding caste and gender. Ambedkar’s views are eye-opening, though the language can be a bit dense at times.

  10. Hazel Francis Chungath –

    Ambedkar’s perspective is invaluable. This book made me rethink everything I thought I knew about caste. Highly recommend!

  11. Biprajit Mazumder –

    Important work, but the editing could be better. Some parts felt repetitive. Still, a worthwhile read.

  12. Mrinalini Vashisht –

    Ambedkar’s analysis is sharp and insightful. The book is a bit academic, but accessible enough for a motivated reader.

  13. Anubhav Ranjit –

    Offers great understanding of caste for dummies. One does not need any prior knowledge.

  14. Priyanshu Singh –

    Provocative and insightful. Ambedkar’s analysis is as relevant today as it was then. A bit challenging, but worth the effort.

  15. Shivani Pandey –

    Very enlightening book. Helps one to understand the evil practice of caste.

  16. Adarsh –

    A vital contribution to feminist and anti-caste literature. It provides valuable insights into the structures of power.

  17. Akhil Raj –

    This book offers a crucial feminist lens on caste. While dense, the insights are profound. A challenging but rewarding read.

  18. Vaibhav Jaiswal –

    A very feminist outlook on how caste system is used. The writer offers different outlook.

  19. Muskan Gupta –

    I appreciate Ambedkar’s radical ideas. Some arguments were hard to follow, but overall, it’s an important contribution.

  20. Parth Bansal –

    This book is academically heavy but offers great insight. There are some confusing parts.

  21. Himanshi Goyal –

    Essential reading for understanding the intersections of caste and gender in India. Ambedkar’s vision is powerfully articulated.

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