22 and 23 Dec CA

important books in news

1.

Srestha Golpo by Dr Pranabjyoti Deka 

The book ‘Srestha Golpo’ made it to the news recently as it led to veteran Assamese writer Dr Pranabjyoti Deka win a prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award in the short stories category. Written in Assamese, the book is a collection of short stories that talk of various human emotions and also speaks of the literary prowess of a seasoned writer like Dr Deka. 

2.

A Resurgent Northeast: Narratives of Change by Ashish Kundra

A Resurgent Northeast Narratives of Change is a book that talks of the transformative changes that have taken place in the Northeastern region during the past decade. Written by bureaucrat Ashish Kundra, who has been an administrator in Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh, the book talks of the progress that Northeast has made in the recent past and also delves into the challenges that lie ahead. 

3.

Slow Disaster: Political Ecology of Hazards and Everyday Life in the Brahmaputra Valley, Assam by Mitul Baruah

This book takes a deep dive into the lives and problems faced by the communities who reside in Majuli, the world’s largest river island. Written by Mitul Baruah, the book talks of the social and environmental issues impacting the communities living in Majuli. Baruah also looks into the problems faced by the communities of Majuli, while also talking of their resilience with which they keep facing them

4.

Yachangba Nang Hallo by Sorokkhaibam Gambhini 

‘Yachangba Nang Hallo’ is another book from the region that made it to the news recently as the writer Sorokkhaibam Gambhini won the Sahitya Akademi Award in the poetry category. A collection of poetry, the book talks of the literary prowess of the writer while also exploring the nuances of Manipuri culture, with the writer reflecting upon her roots. 

5.

Birds of Tripura by Manish Kumar & Parthasarathi Chakraborty 

One of the most popular books in Tripura in 2023, Birds of Tripura is an exploration into the ornithological diversity of the state. Written by the duo of Manish Kumar and Parthasarathi Chakraborty, both of whom are renowned wildlife photographers, the book explores the details about the 264 species of birds found in Tripura and delves into their ethnology, distribution and the challenges they face in this ever changing environment caused by humans.