{"title":"Arundhati Roy","description":"\u003cp\u003eArundhati Roy writes fiction, essays and memoir. Her debut novel \u003cem\u003eThe God of Small Things\u003c\/em\u003e won the Booker Prize. In her first memoir, \u003cem\u003eMother Mary Comes to Me\u003c\/em\u003e, she reflects on her relationship with her mother, Mary Roy.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"god-small-things","title":"The God Of Small Things by Arundhati Roy","description":"\u003ch3\u003eExplore Human Emotions with \"The God of Small Things\" by Arundhati Roy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to booxworm.lk, your premier destination for the best books in Sri Lanka. Today, we are delighted to introduce \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.goodreads.com\/book\/show\/9777.The_God_of_Small_Things\"\u003e\"The God of Small Things\"\u003c\/a\u003e by Arundhati Roy, a profound and beautifully written novel that delves into the complexities of human emotions, family, and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRichly Layered Narrative\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003etells the story of twins Rahel and Estha, whose lives are forever changed by a tragic incident in their childhood. Arundhati Roy’s intricate narrative structure and lush prose capture the essence of life in Kerala, India, weaving together themes of love, loss, and forbidden relationships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Emotional Impact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoy’s novel explores deep emotional landscapes and societal issues, making it a poignant and thought-provoking read. The vivid descriptions and well-drawn characters invite readers to reflect on the small things in life that shape our identities and destinies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMemorable Quotes from \"The God of Small Things\"\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"The great stories are the ones you have heard and want to hear again. The ones you can enter anywhere and inhabit comfortably.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTranslation (Sinhala): \"විශිෂ්ට කතා ඔබට අසා ඇති සහ නැවත අසන්නට කැමති. ඔබට කොතෙක් වෙතක් පැමිණ කෙලින්ම පැමිණීමට සහ සෙසු විටෙක සිටීමට පුළුවන්.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTranslation (Tamil): \"பெரிய கதைகள் நீங்கள் கேட்டது மற்றும் மீண்டும் கேட்க விரும்புகிறீர்கள். நீங்கள் எங்கு வேண்டுமானாலும் நுழைந்து வசிக்க முடியும்.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"They all broke the rules. They all crossed into forbidden territory. They all tampered with the laws that lay down who should be loved, and how. And how much.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle\u003c\/strong\u003e: The God of Small Things\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Arundhati Roy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780060977498\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Harper Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished Year\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1997\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages\u003c\/strong\u003e: 340\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arundhati Roy","offers":[{"title":"Perfect","offer_id":47380766130397,"sku":"BX0313","price":950.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Imperfect","offer_id":47380766163165,"sku":"BX-2380","price":950.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/9824\/6365\/files\/the-god-of-small-things-booxworm-52869.png?v=1758651648"},{"product_id":"azadi-freedom-fascism-fiction","title":"AZADI Freedom. Fascism. Fiction","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover the Powerful and Thought-Provoking \"Azadi: Freedom. Fascism. Fiction.\" by Arundhati Roy – Available in Sri Lanka\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to booxworm.lk, your premier destination for the best books in Sri Lanka. Today, we are excited to introduce \u003cem\u003e\"Azadi: Freedom. Fascism. Fiction.\"\u003c\/em\u003e by Arundhati Roy, a thought-provoking collection of essays that examines the political and social turbulence in contemporary India and the broader world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Azadi: Freedom. Fascism. Fiction.\"\u003c\/em\u003e is a compelling and fearless exploration of democracy, nationalism, and the rising tide of fascism. Arundhati Roy, the Booker Prize-winning author, dives into topics like the Kashmir conflict, citizenship laws, and the political challenges faced by marginalized communities. Roy’s essays resonate with urgency and her voice is a powerful critique of authoritarianism. With essays like “The Graveyard Talks Back” and “Intimations of an Ending,” the book touches on how fiction and reality intertwine in today’s political landscape. \u003cem\u003eAzadi\u003c\/em\u003e is a work of deep introspection and a clarion call for freedom, justice, and empathy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy \u003cem\u003eAzadi: Freedom. Fascism. Fiction.\u003c\/em\u003e is a Must-Read\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThought-Provoking Insights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoy's essays provide a sharp and insightful commentary on the pressing political issues of our time. The essays examine the erosion of democracy, the impact of authoritarian regimes, and the struggle for freedom faced by millions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBold Commentary on Freedom and Oppression\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith unwavering courage, Arundhati Roy critiques the rise of nationalism, xenophobia, and the suppression of dissent. She connects these themes to the broader context of global struggles for freedom, justice, and dignity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePowerful Use of Fiction and Reality\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoy intertwines fiction and current events, drawing parallels between the stories we tell ourselves and the harsh truths of modern society. Her writing urges readers to question the narratives they encounter, both in media and politics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMemorable Quotes from \u003cem\u003eAzadi: Freedom. Fascism. Fiction.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"To write fiction is to say, ‘No, I will not be swallowed by this monster.’ It is an act of resistance.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTranslation (Sinhala):\u003c\/strong\u003e \"කාව්‍යයක් ලිවීම කියන්නේ 'නැහැ, මම මේ භූතයා විසින් ගිල නොඉඳිමි' කියා කියන එකක්. ඒක විරෝධතා ක්‍රියාවක්.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTranslation (Tamil):\u003c\/strong\u003e \"வழக்கமானது என்னும் அரக்கனால் நான் விழுங்கப்பட மாட்டேன் என்று கூறுவது கற்பனை எழுதுவதுதான். அது ஒரு எதிர்ப்பின் செயலாகும்.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Fascism is not something that comes at you wearing a uniform. It is in the air, in the streets, in the crowd, on the internet.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Freedom is not a constant state. It is not a given, and it cannot be taken for granted.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"When we mourn the death of democracy, we must also prepare to fight for its resurrection.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailability at booxworm.lk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can purchase \u003cem\u003eAzadi: Freedom. Fascism. Fiction.\u003c\/em\u003e from our online store, booxworm.lk, or visit our physical stores to grab your copy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Store Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColombo 6, Wellawatte – 180 W.A. Silva Mawatha\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWattala\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLocated just 9 km from Colombo, our Wattala store serves the neighborhoods of Hendala, Hunupitiya, Kerawalapitiya, and Welegoda. 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Whether you are a fan of political commentary or simply looking to broaden your understanding of global events, this book is a must-have. Order your copy today from booxworm.lk or visit our stores in Colombo 3 and Wattala.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStay tuned for more book recommendations and reviews on our blog. Happy reading!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Azadi: Freedom. Fascism. 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