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Joined October 2023
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"There was never a braver defender of scientific thought in India than Dr. Bhargava." — Meera Nanda Discover the life of one of the architects of modern biology in India. 📖 P. M. Bhargava: The Man and the Making of Modern Biology in India by Chandana Chakrabarti (@ChanChak)
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Anant Nag got something to say about 'Gharana' by @Raaga_Suresh woohoo! ❤️
Boy! 7yrs since this happened. He called yesterday to talk about how much he enjoyed reading 'Gharana' written by @Raaga_Suresh, abysmal quality of scripts narrated and fondly recalled his long association with #ShyamBenegal ! #AnantNag youtu.be/b-fLLyn2LOg?si=lmCn…
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📚 Don't miss the chance to meet Prof. Kancha Ilaiah Shepherd and get your copy of 'The Shudra Rebellion' signed! 📌 Join us this Sunday, Dec 22 at 6PM at the Hyderabad Book Fair near the stage. An unmissable event celebrating this groundbreaking work.
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Why does remembering Hyderabad of 1948 still matter? For generations, people have held on to fragments of this time - memories locked away, untold stories, unspoken grief.
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A forest warrior's untold story, now in your hands! 🌳✊ Watch acclaimed author Hansda Sowvendra Shekhar, famed Santhal writer and translator, review this powerful biography of Komuram Bheem. southsidebooks.in/product-pa…
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The legendary Gond revolutionary who fought for 'Jal, Jangal, Zameen' (Water, Forest, Land) against the Nizams of Hyderabad. Through beautiful prose, author Bhoopal brings alive the story of this iconic tribal leader whose legacy continues to inspire Adivasi movements today.
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When a 60-year-old text speaks directly to the younger generation!⚡️ Watch as Deepanchal, one of the people who worked for the book, breaks down why Ram Manohar Lohia's revolutionary analysis of caste, class, and gender hits different even today.
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From his candid dialogues with Ambedkar and Periyar to actionable steps for dismantling caste—this isn't just another dusty political text. As Deepanchal puts it: every thinking, politically conscious young person needs to engage with Lohia's intersectional critique.
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🙌 Witness the passionate revolutionary poetry of iconic Bengali poet Nazrul Islam, brought to life through the insightful translation and commentary of renowned Telugu poet, critic and activist Varavara Rao.
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Nazrul's fearless verses, which ignited the spirit of rebellion against colonial oppression and social injustice, find new resonance in Varavara Rao's powerful rendition.
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If you're a Frontline reader, check out The Shudra Rebellion on their bookshelf! 👇
#Books | Social scientist #KanchaIlaiahShepherd calls for a thorough reexamination of Indian identity through the lens of shudra heritage as he unveils the often-overlooked role of shudra nationalism in Indian history. On our Bookshelf! frontline.thehindu.com/books… @SouthSideBooksH
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🎯 'The Shudra rebellion is not a plea to include us. It begins with rejection. We'll do our own thing. You are not invited in that.' ~ @ProfRavikantK
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Watch Dr. Ravikanth Kisana (@ProfRavikantK) deliver hard-hitting truths at the launch of 'The Shudra Rebellion' by Kancha Ilaiah Shepherd. In this powerful critique, he challenges both Brahminical academia and our own historical understanding.
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Our first 3 book releases. ✨📚
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You can get these titles on our website!👇 southsidebooks.in
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🔥'The Shudra Rebellion' makes its mark in Chandigarh. We're grateful for the thoughtful engagement and response at the "All India Progressive Writers' Association" launch event for Dr. Kancha Ilaiah Shepherd's latest work.
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📍 The discourse at Kalakshetram on October 26th centered around the book's powerful examination of Shudra consciousness and their historical role in knowledge production and agriculture. 📚 Given the steady demand, we recommend securing your copy: amzn.in/d/69ejr76
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🧵"As India evolves, Lohia's critique of caste cuts deeper than ever." Watch historian @Ram_Guha on why 'Lohia On Caste' from @southsidebooks is a must-read for every thinking Indian. #LohiaOnCaste
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🧵 Why this collection matters: • Visionary writings on caste oppression • Rare essays, speeches & correspondence • Historic dialogues with Dr. Ambedkar & Periyar • Sharp analysis that resonates with contemporary India #LohiaOnCaste
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The Shudra Rebellion" by Kancha Ilaiah Shepherd (@KanchaIlaiah) launches on Oct 22, 6PM at Lamakaan, Hyderabad! Join us for a powerful discussion with the author and panelists. Watch this space for exclusive insights. #TheShudhraRebellion #BookLaunch
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Get your copy of The Shudra Rebellion here: The Shudra Rebellion amzn.in/d/eytLi9n
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📚 Pre-order alert! 🚨 "Lohia On Caste" – A must-read book challenging societal norms! Explore Rammanohar Lohia's powerful essays on caste oppression, poverty, and gender discrimination. Featuring rare dialogues with B.R. Ambedkar & Periyar. A revolution in pages! 🔥
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🚨 Limited Time Offer! 🚨 Pre-order "Lohia On Caste" (links below) and save 20%! 🏷️ Sale price: ₹200 (Original: ₹250) 🚚 Ships by November 10th Hurry! Sale ends in just 10 days!
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The negotiations of caste hierarchies are at display in this book. #Caste #Dalits #Dalitliterature southsidebooks.in/product-pa…
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K. Balagopal's pieces on Hindutva in the 1980s had forecast many of the trends that are visible today - Jairus Banaji in his review of Understanding Fascism: Writings on Caste, Class and the state published by @SouthSideBooksH thewire.in/books/k-balagopal… #authoritarianregime
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Historian Jairus Banaji reviews Undertanding Fascism : Writings on Caste, Class and the State by K. Balagopal i.e. published by @SouthSideBooksH thewire.in/books/k-balagopal…
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Readers interested in the history of the 1960's and 1970's students movement and radical left students movement of Osmania University and Hyderabad, do read Jeena hai to marna seekho : The Life and Times of George Reddy. southsidebooks.in/product-pa… #OsmaniaUniversity
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Readers interested in Dalit History of Hyderabad region, do read Our Struggle for Emancipation: Dalit Movement in Hyderabad State. southsidebooks.in/product-pa… #Hyderabad #hyderabadbookfair #DalitLivesMatter #dalit_emancipation_front #DalitHistory #emancipación
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