Deeksha Recently, we interviewed author Keith Costelloe about his recent book Starship Malaysia: Lies that Save Lives Travelling through life. 2. It is believed that novel angles are embedded in their titles. What is the significance behind your novel’s title, “Starship Malaysia”? Starship Malaysia represents, for Scott, an escape from the realities of his life. His father … Read more
1. If you had to describe yourself in three words, what would they be? If only given three words I would say I’m determined, forgiving and optimistic. 2. The title “poems for hope” is the need of the hour. Why do you think that the title must include the word “hope”? How do you define … Read more
1. If you had to describe yourself in three words, what would they be? Visionary- witty – explorer 2. How did you come up with the title of your book? I wanted to explore the majestic “Northern lights” and islands as a platform for a mysterious realm to search for ancient guidance and answers … Read more
Ethnology has witnessed various societies that have survived through the primitive and advanced times but is it just about survival or do the quality of survival matter? Caste defenders have always tried to glorify the Hindu heritage but did they question their ignorance behind unnatural discrimination with untouchables? Have Hindus ever tried to think why … Read more
Hindu society is defined and associated with various institutions and the caste system is regarded as one of the social institutions which have foundations of social and moral codes in the Hindu society. But there are many disparities in the understanding of caste in itself. Caste has been largely seen as a functional unit by … Read more
If we look back into history, we see Dalits as non-contributing beings and victims of society. However, reality lies even beyond the making of history. To understand reality and the concerns of Dalits, One needs to understand; that they not only questioned the oppression but tried to bring a change in society. A society in … Read more
