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Parvez

Parvez

Joined January 2018

Book enthusiast from God's own Country (Kerala, India). Insta ID - cerebral_reader Mail - parvesh.786ansari@gmail.com
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The Collectors by David Baldacci
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Killing Commendatore | Haruki Murakami
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This is the story of a 36-year-old unnamed narrator going through a personal and artistic crisis leaves his house on a remote mountain and takes residence in an old house previously occupied by a mysterious painter. Wherein, he discovers an enigmatic painting called “Killing Commendatore” in the attic and triggers a chain of events that comprises the core of this narrative.

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John Carreyrou is a two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter at the Wall Street Journal.

The book chronicles the rise and fall of “Theranos“ and its founder Elizabeth Holmes. A Biotech startup based in Silicon Valley was once the talk of the town for its revolutionary idea to transform the healthcare industry.

Reggie She‘s crazy. I read that she intentionally got pregnant hoping it would sway judgement and sentencing. 8mo
Parvez @Reggie She is a crazy, delusional, Sociopath with little to no conscience. She has no regrets about what she did. 8mo
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Guns, Germs and Steel | Diamond, Jared
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Finished reading. Jared Diamond puts forward his thesis that geographical and environmental factors played a vital role in shaping certain regions. The last few chapters felt repetitive but overall a great book. 4/5

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Another Wonderful session with fellow book lovers.

Reggie So awesome! I just went to my first bookclub in years last month and it was such a breath of fresh air. 8mo
Parvez @Reggie Yeah, it's always a joy to be with people who appreciate literature and books in general. I hope you get to share some pics of your book club next time you meet. 8mo
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Wind-Up Bird Chronicle | Haruki Murakami
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Mini book haul. TBR pile just keeps on getting big, but can't resist Murakami.

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Norwegian Wood | Haruki Murakami
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The Story is about our 19-year-old Toru Watanabe, an ordinary guy, who loves to read Great Gatsby on repeat. Toru loves Naoko, but she cannot reciprocate her love, as she is totally broken by her boyfriend‘s death goes into depression, and later admits in a faraway sanatorium. Later, Midori comes into Toru‘s life and they begin a bond between them as they share their feelings and open their heart to each other.

Parvez Toru finds himself entangled in a romantic relationship with these two women. There are lots of themes discussed in this book, like, Depression, Death, Loss, Loneliness, and Love. 8mo
IndianBookworm Hoping to read it super super soon! 7mo
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Norwegian Wood | Haruki Murakami
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Reading it reminds me why I enjoy reading fiction. It was so addictive and felt like I lived a life that is unique and ephemeral. Murakami has this way with his words to guide us through this intricate journey as we meet Toru, Naoko, Midori, Reiko, and a whole lot of unique characters, their life, Trauma, Depression helps us understand their inner struggles to move past the barriers and open up their heart for another person.

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Column of Fire | Ken Follett
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I finally got my hands on all books in this series. My goal is to finish it this year.

TiredLibrarian I loved the first two; need to finish the other two! 9mo
PirateJenny There's a new one coming out in Septmber. The Armor.of Light. Goes from the invention of the spinning jenny (also one of my childhood nicknames 😀) through Waterloo) 9mo
Parvez @TiredLibrarian Happy reading 👍 9mo
Parvez @PirateJenny Oh, have to check that out. 🤓 9mo
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Panorama of Hell | Hideshi Hino
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Panorama of Hell is dark, grotesque, and read. Hideshi Hino does not shy away from showing us the weirdest, most hideous, evil, and disturbing images of his irredeemable characters. The story is about a painter who likes to paint with blood to paint the most evil visual representation of hell anyone has ever seen. It delves into the depths of human depravity and presents a bleak and unfiltered view of Hell as seen through the eyes of Hino.

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A lovely session with my fellow readers as we discussed a variety of books.

The month's theme for this session was “Unreliable Narrator“ and what better book than Fight Club.

We also discussed 12 rules for life. and Jordan Peterson.

IndianBookworm OMG! Where is this book club organized? I want all the details! 😍 9mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm It's here in Kochi (Kerala), we meet second Saturday of every month. We discuss anything related to books. 9mo
IndianBookworm Wow! I really gotta find something here. 8mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm You are from Kolkata? 8mo
IndianBookworm @Parvez no no, Delhi. 8mo
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Lords of the Bow | Conn Iggulden
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Book 2 of the Conqueror series, continues the story of Genghis Khan and his conquest of Chin. The battle scenes in the book are a particular highlight as they explore Genghis Khan's strategies and leadership skills. A great amount of research has gone into this work and Iggulden's writing is crisp as he makes all characters come alive.

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Fight Club | Chuck Palahniuk
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It was a quick and fun read. Loved the movie as well.

Writing is very fast-paced and witty.

IndianBookworm Better than the movie? 9mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm I must say movie is much better, or I may be biased because I watched the movie first. 9mo
IndianBookworm But the movie actually is so well made. So, probably not biased. 9mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm Agree 👍 9mo
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Peterson blends Psychology, Myths, Religion, and Literature to take us through his 12 rules to better understand life and live a meaningful life. It's very interesting to see the strong influence of Russian Literature (Dostoyevsky), Psychology (Jung, Neumann), and Christian myths in his writing. Like all reading is subjective, this book garnered praise as well as criticism for its controversial views, particularly in relation to gender politics.

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Wish I could work at a bookstall.

Bookstall in Delhi 😍

IndianBookworm Where in Delhi?😍 9mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm Mahila haat, Daryaganj 9mo
IndianBookworm Thought so! One of my utmost favourite places. Although it's nothing compared to the OG Daryaganj market. 🥺 9mo
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IndianBookworm Have you ever visited then? 9mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm Yes, last year itself. 9mo
IndianBookworm Oh no, I meant the original market setup, before it was allocated the Mahila haat place. 9mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm Oh, okay. Not the old one. 9mo
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The 48 Laws Of Power | Robert Greene
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Finally, I got my hands on a complete collection of concise series.

Desha I‘ve wanted to read these for a while now. If you do a review of any of them I‘d love to read it! 📚📚📚 10mo
Parvez @Desha Already read 48 laws of Power, Mastery, and Laws of Human nature. I can say anyone can start with laws of human nature and then get into 48 laws of power, as it is a little controversial regarding its subject matter. 9mo
Desha Thank you! I have browsed through 48 laws a few times and it‘s got some good stuff in it. I didn‘t know about Laws of Human Nature so I‘ll start there! 9mo
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Genghis Khan has always been an enigmatic ruler for me. This is book one of The Conqueror series. Fast-paced with crisp writing. Never a dull moment.

Now currently reading the next book 'Lords of the bow“ and it gets better. 🤘

IndianBookworm Have you read about that weird curse theory of Genghis Khan's tomb? 10mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm this book does not mentions it but I just googled and it seems to be interesting. World will end once his tomb is discovered. 10mo
IndianBookworm Also, there was this weird coincidence with the discovery of his tomb and the invasion of Nazis 9mo
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Parvez @IndianBookworm that's interesting. I have some non-fiction books on Genghis Khan to be read. What are you reading right now? 9mo
IndianBookworm Immersely involved in this and it isn't letting me read anything else. Also it's a huge ass book, can't finish it and can't put it down dilemma! 😂 What about you? 9mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm reading non-fiction right now - Guns,Germs, and Steel by Jared Diamond. Also am on 3rd book of conqueror series ( Genghis Khan)by Conn iggulden. 9mo
IndianBookworm How many books are there in that series? And are they all about Genghis Khan? 9mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm It's a 5 book series called “The Conqueror Series“. It gets better and better as you go along. Recently I have been drawn to the fantasy genre and now exploring which book I should read to start with. I have already read “The Meluha Series“ by Amish and a couple of Ashwin Sanghi books. But now looking into International authors. 9mo
IndianBookworm How was Ashwin Sanghi? I've been meaning to give him a try. Try Neil Gaiman's books. 9mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm He was good. Better than Chetan Bhagat I say. Read Rozabal Line, Chanakya's chant, and Sialkot Saga. All of them are fast-paced thrillers with a decent plot. Will check Gaiman. Watched the American God Tv series. 9mo
IndianBookworm You should watch 'Good omens' (based on the book by Neil Gaiman) on Amazon prime. 😍 9mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm 👍 👍 9mo
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My Country Is Literature brings together the best of his literary criticism: a long train of perceptive essays on writers as diverse as VS Naipaul and Orhan Pamuk, Gandhi and Nehru, Bibhutibhushan Bandyopadhyay and Jhumpa Lahiri.

It's quick but did not leave any impact on me.

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1. 1959 Russian Province

2. Urban

3 - Lovecraftian Noir

IndianBookworm Thank you for tagging!
1. Urban
2. Small town in mountains (eg: Mussoorie in Ruskin Bond's work)
3. Fantasy world
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Parvez @IndianBookworm Yet to read any work of Ruskin Bond. Heard a lot about him. 10mo
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IndianBookworm He genuinely deserves every word of it! It's been years I've read anything by him though. Also, do we not have any book common between us? 10mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm It seems we both have read Nawazuddin Siddique's biography. I really admire his craft. Also, Roald Dahl's Collected short stories. 10mo
IndianBookworm Maus too😍 Also, I have like years worth of books read to be updated, we might have a few more common then! 10mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm Yes, Maus is there. Same here, I also have so many books which I have read at covid remains to be updated. I am more into Contemporary literature and Non-Fictions. I rarely read Ramnce. But my favorite movies include 500 days of summer, Eternal Sunshine of the spotless mind and Sunset trilogy. 10mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm Yes, Maus is there. Same here, I also have so many books which I have read at covid remains to be updated. I am more into Contemporary literature and Non-Fictions. I rarely read Ramnce. But my favorite movies include 500 days of summer, Eternal Sunshine of the spotless mind and Sunset trilogy. 10mo
IndianBookworm Wow, so different. I rarely go for non-fics but recently I've liked a couple of non-fics though. In movies, I have so many favourites to choose from like The Prestige, Forrest Gump, Inception, Shawshank Redemption, Godfather series, Titanic, etc etc. So many. (Also, a few bollywood movies too! )🤭 10mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm Yes, I loved Forrest Gump (Yet to see the Bollywood Adaptation), Shawshank Redemption, and Inception. I also liked Lion (2016) movie starring Dev Patel. It is one of my all-time favorite. In Bollywood, there are many, but there is one movie that I watch over and over again is “Dum Laga Ke Haisha“—such a heartwarming movie. I should watch Prestige soon. 10mo
IndianBookworm Have watched so many Ayushmann's movies, except this and a couple more probably. Although I know the entire story and all! I've heard of Lion too, will watch soon! You should try Looper (2012) and Fight Club too! 10mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm Okay, this is strange, I was rewatching Fight Club yesterday and now you have mentioned it. Loved it and now I want to read the novel. Will Try Looper soon. 10mo
IndianBookworm Hahaha, super strange though!😂 10mo
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Fathers and Sons | Ivan Turgenev
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It's a book by Ivan Turgenev, who is a contemporary of Dostoevsky and Tolstoy. It's a story about the generational conflict between traditionalists and intellectualists. The central character is Bazarov, a Nihilist, ready to destroy all made-up authorities. Turgenev masterfully narrates each character with an objective eye, as they grow in their own and we see their perspective change over time. Writing is simple yet wonderful.

Definitely a pick!

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Diwali in Muzaffarnagar | Tanuj Solanki
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This is my first Solanki read and it didn't disappoint. This is a collection of short stories centered around Muzaffarnagar. Reading Solanki kind of reminded me of Jhumpa Lahiri, all stories are got this tinge of nostalgia and family dynamics. Writing is crisp with no extra filler words and still conveys full emotions, which helps us as readers fully immerse ourselves in this world of Muzaffarnagar.

IndianBookworm Although I haven't read the book, but which one was your favorite story? 10mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm “My Friend Danish“ and “Good People“. 10mo
IndianBookworm Thank you!😊 10mo
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Fathers and Sons | Ivan Turgenev
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Currently reading!!

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Here we have Tuskuru, after being rejected by his four friends for unknown reasons. Sara comes into his life and asks him to confront his friends to understand why he has been thrown out for no reason at all. Tsukuru is a lonely character who struggles to connect with others. He feels isolated and disconnected from the world around him, which only deepens his sense of loneliness.
Recommended to all Murakami fans 🤗

Sapphire This is one of my top favs of Murakami. I think it‘s more approachable than some of his novels. 1Q84 is still my favorite, followed by Underground. Killling Comandore is on my TBR. 10mo
Parvez @Sapphire Yes, the magical realism component is less as compared to other Murakami novels, however, the ending is vague with no proper conclusion. 9mo
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The story is about a wealthy businessman, Kemal Bey, and his obsessive love for a young shop girl, Fusum. Unlike other Pamuk's novels, Istambul takes a backseat, however, we also get a fine portrait of 70's Istanbuls well as an exploration of the concept of memory and how it shapes our lives.

The writing is lyrical, however, the story drags in the middle as we get into the headspace of Kemal.

4out of 5 stars

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What better way to discover a country if not through the eyes of the most vulnerable yet surprisingly one of the most underrated and suspected classes in the workforce of the unorganized sector which forms the backbone of logistics across the country?

The author Hitchhike through India on different Trucks and gives us a glimpse of the living conditions of Truck drivers and helpers as they make sure the supply chain is not disrupted.
5/5 stars

Reggie Sounds fascinating. Stacked. 11mo
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Of Human Bondage | W. Somerset Maugham
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The novel is considered to be Maugham's masterpiece. It's the story of Philip Carey, an orphan born with a club foot, and his struggles for self-discovery and independence. It's a coming-of-age story of personal growth and self-discovery, as he tries to find meaning in his life and make sense of his place in the world.
Overall, “Of Human Bondage“ is a complex and deeply moving novel and it is somewhat semiautobiographical in nature.

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Man and His Symbols | Carl Gustav Jung
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A good introduction for those who are interested in Jungian Psychology. I should have read it earlier, as it gives you a new perspective on the unconscious. Jung, breakdown the unconscious into Personal and Collective Unconscious. The book also delves into ideas like Persona, Shadow, Psyche, Anima, and Animus.

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Back in Action | Elvira Woodruff
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After 3 years of absence, it's good to be back. I have lots of books and can't wait to share my thoughts. Sharing a small section of my humble library. Already read A Fine Balance and Sapience. The remaining are to be read.

Ruthiella Hi! Welcome back. ☺️ 11mo
jlhammar Yay, welcome back! 11mo
Reggie Welcome back! Did you get the degree? 11mo
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Parvez @Reggie Nope. Good to see you Pal 🙂 11mo
IndianBookworm Even I took a long break from Litsy (fortunately not from books) and came back here last year. I agree it's great to be back. Can't wait to read about your reading endeavours! 11mo
Parvez @IndianBookworm 🤓 👍 11mo
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Really liking it. Awesome art work.

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Pumpkinheads | Rainbow Rowell
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Simple but sweet story.

readordierachel Very sweet 💕 4y
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A Suitable Boy | Vikram Seth
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Can't wait for the series to launch in BBC. Thinking of finishing it before watching it.

Reggie I loved this book!!! And had no idea they were adapting it. 4y
Parvez Yes, it's being adapted in a TV series going to be aired on BBC one this June. It got an awesome star cast and directed by Mira Nair 4y
Reggie Sorry but Mira Nair!!!!!! One of my favorite movies ever is Monsoon Wedding. So excited! 4y
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Easy to read yet so powerful.
Definitely five stars

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Illegal is a story of refuguees. It‘s about a young boy in Africa who‘s determined to catch up with his brother and meet up with his sister, both of whom have set out to make a better life for themselves in another country.

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Currently reading!!!

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The Ego Trick | Julian Baggini
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explores what the self is and what it isnt. Baggini is a philosopher who wrote his PhD on personal identity and has written this related book. The book explores how a curious chunk of matter can house a self, how self changes over time and the nature of our own view of ourselves.

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Verity | Colleen Hoover
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First Colleen Hoover book. Not that great as expected. The ending was twisted but wanted to know more what happened after that. 4.5 🌟

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A Fine Balance | Rohinton Mistry
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Reread this masterpiece again. Hats off Rohinton Mistry for creating such wonderful charecters. Dina, Ishvar, Omprakash, Maneck. They will all stay with me for the rest of my life. I know I will be reading it again and again. Such a great book.

Redwritinghood Wonderful book 4y
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A Fine Balance | Rohinton Mistry
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LOL🤣🤣🤣🤣

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A Fine Balance | Rohinton Mistry
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Reareading A fine balance.
One of my all time favourite.
"Stories of suffering are no fun when we are the main characters"

MayJasper Great quote. I found that book deeply moving. 4y
Blaire I adore this book. 4y
Redwritinghood Love this book. 4y
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Release And Other Stories | Rakshanda Jalil
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This book explores the lives of ordinary Indian Muslims. While the title story is an exquisite invocation of a vanished world, the others deal with contemporary, commonplace issues.

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Sabrina | Nick Drnaso
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Oh boy, was this intense. Drnaso‘s characters are minimally sketched, emotionally sparse and non-manipulative. The characters do not give into sensationalism, and primal emotions of grief and outrage are understood through deafening silences and pauses in the panels. Five 🌟

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The Sirens of Baghdad | Yasmina Khadra
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Set in a remote desert village of Baghdad, the story is told through an unnamed narrator. Drops out of University due to America invasion. But the war is soon brought home to him in a series of violent incidences, which challenges his psychological foundation and brings out the fundamental in him.The book is a tough read, because it‘s so damn depressing.But it‘s a worthy, edifying read that leaves one deeply unsettled.

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Sirens of Baghdad | Yasmina Khadra

A brute is still a brute, even when he smiles; the eyes are where the soul declares its true nature.

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Quarantine: Stories | Rahul Mehta
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For all bookworms out there.

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Sirens of Baghdad | Yasmina Khadra
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Currently reading. Yasmina khadra is one of my favorite author.

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The capacity to be alone is "linked with self-discovery and self-realization; with becoming aware of one's deepest needs, feelings, and impulses."
Worth your time.

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The Solitude of Emperors | David Davidar
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Currently reading

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An evocative, engaging novel about a Hindu-Muslim alliance, the story is set during the time of pre-Independence, Independence and Partition. The novel moves from India to America and then to Pakistan, a remarkable blend of music, politics, romance and commerce that involves trade in opium, silk and fish. It is a period of extreme animosity.

rockpools Sounds really good. Stacking! 4y
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This is a reread for me. This novella gave me goosebumps the first time I read and did not fail to give this time either. Set in the backdrop of India Pakistan partition. It's considered to be a masterpiece of Urdu literature.

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“The last name on the dying man‘s lips was God‘s, and on the lips of those who killed was God‘s other name. And if there was an Almighty – somewhere far away, far above the killer and the killed – indeed He was a cruel tyrant.

Quote from book Traitor by Rakhshanda jalil