Every year on June 16th, Ireland comes alive with a vibrant celebration known as Bloomsday. This cultural festival – deeply rooted in the legacy of Irish author James Joyce and his masterpiece Ulysses – has captivated literature enthusiasts, Dublin locals, and visitors from across the globe. Bloomsday, with its rich history and ever-expanding reach, has…
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a children’s novel by Roald Dahl that was first published in 1964. The story follows Charlie Bucket, a young boy belonging to an economically downtrodden family, who luckily wins a golden ticket to visit the famous Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory. Along with four other children, Charlie gets to see…
The Great Books on the Indian Partition: Are you curious to dig deep into the complicated yet profound history of India’s Partition? Would you like to know what made political leaders of that time commit to such a colossal decision? Or what happened to the regular public whose lives turned upside down as the clock…
“Zen: The Art of Simple Living” by Shunmyo Masuno is a beautiful and inspiring book that offers practical guidance on how to live a more mindful and fulfilling life. The author, a Zen priest and garden designer, draws on his extensive knowledge and experience to share insights into Zen philosophy and how it can be…
Wok this Way Even though summarising what the book offers in terms of advice is no piece of cake, here are some generalized guidelines that I hope will help draw a decent picture of what’s on the plate. All these below-mentioned tips have the single purpose of making delicious, flavourful dishes in a quick, easy,…
“What I Talk About When I Talk About Running” (WITA2R) is a memoir by Japanese author Haruki Murakami. The book is divided into four sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Murakami’s running journey. It is a reflective and introspective account of Murakami’s experiences as a runner and the impact running has had on…