Description
- ISBN-10: 9780199484676
- ISBN-13: 978-0199484676
- Edition: Illustrated
- Publisher: OUP India
- Publication date: 9 February 2018
- Language: English
- Dimensions: 22.1 x 2.29 x 14.48 cm
- Print length: 284 pages
Original price was: ₹550.00.₹440.00Current price is: ₹440.00.
Discover the poignant stories of ‘Widows of Vidarbha’ by Neelima Kota, available at The Bookish Owl. This powerful book delves into the lives of sixteen women in India’s drought-stricken Vidarbha region, left behind after farmer suicides, a stark consequence of agricultural neglect. Explore their struggles for survival, shattered dreams, and the pervasive influence of patriarchy. These personal narratives illuminate the hidden realities and quiet desperation faced by countless farm widows across India, offering a vital perspective on rural distress and resilience. ‘Widows of Vidarbha’ is a must-read for those seeking to understand the human cost of systemic failure and the enduring strength of women in adversity.
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