Ummath: A Novel of Community and Conflict

Print length: 360 pages
Language: English
Publisher: Harper Perennial India
Publication date: 21 June 2018

Name: Ummath: A Novel of Community and Conflict
SKU: 9789352779017
Availability: InStock

SKU: 9789352779017

Original price was: ₹499.00.Current price is: ₹364.27.

Explore the devastating impact of the Sri Lankan civil war on women in “Ummath: A Novel of Community and Conflict.” This powerful novel, spanning three decades, intimately portrays the lives of Thawakkul, Yoga, and Theivanai, women from different ethnic and communal backgrounds whose lives are irrevocably shaped by war. Sharmila Seyyid fearlessly examines the intertwining forces of Islamist fundamentalism, Tamil nationalism, and Sri Lankan majoritarian chauvinism. “Ummath” offers a raw, honest, and sensitive look at the societal complexities and human cost of conflict and its aftermath. A must-read for those seeking profound insights into resilience, identity, and the enduring spirit of community amidst division. Discover this compelling narrative at The Bookish Owl.

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Category: Literature & Fiction Tag: Gita Subramanian