Land Lust

Book Details:

• Publisher: Niyogi Books Pvt. Ltd. (Under the Imprint: Thornbird)

• Authors: Joginder Paul, Sukrita Paul Kumar, Vandana R. Singh

• Language: English

• Edition: First Edition

• ISBN: 9789386906809

• Pages: 144

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.8 x 0.5 inches

About the Book:

Land Lust presents a powerful collection of translated stories from Joginder Paul’s Dharti ka Kaal, bringing the poignant narratives of colonial Kenya to life. Translated into English by Sukrita Paul Kumar and Vandana R. Singh, these evocative and crisp stories delve into the complex relationships between races in a harsh, xenophobic environment. Through Paul’s characters, the book portrays moments of compassion amidst the tensions of colonialism, offering intimate glimpses of human connection against the backdrop of racial divides.

In Land Lust, Paul’s prose breathes life into the land and its people. The stories evoke not only intellectual reflection but also visceral emotional responses, as readers confront the untamed wildness of nature and its relationship with people. With profound insights, the author delves into the difficulties faced by marginalized communities and questions the values of progress and development, revealing the injustices that come with colonial rule.

By including the voices of black people and highlighting their struggles, Paul asserts their dignity and challenges the divisive follies of race and color. Land Lust is a deeply empathetic exploration of the human spirit, offering timeless reflections on identity, race, and the bond between people and their land.