Book description
Imagine hearing voices long silenced, finally given a platform. Tapan Basu's Hindi Dalit Literature in the United Provinces arrives as a vital, meticulously crafted audiobook, breathing life into a crucial but overlooked chapter of Indian cultural history. Forget dusty archives; this is a compelling narrative brought to vivid life through a narrator whose voice carries the weight of discovery.
Basu doesn't just chronicle the past; he actively rescues two towering figures-Swami Acchutanand and Chandrikaprasad Jigyasu-from undeserved obscurity. You'll feel the urgency as he details their pivotal role in forging a Dalit literary culture in the 1920s and 30s, right in the heart of the United Provinces. This wasn't just writing; it was building a public sphere, a print culture, from the ground up, challenging centuries of silence and oppression.
Listening to this audiobook, you're transported to the bustling world of early-twentieth-century North India. You hear the struggle, the fierce intellect, and the quiet, revolutionary power of pamphlets and newspapers becoming tools for liberation. Basu masterfully shows how Acchutanand, the fiery monk, and Jigyasu, the sharp-witted intellectual, didn't just write-they ignited a movement, creating a space where Dalit voices could finally be heard, not just tolerated.
The beauty of this audiobook lies in its clarity and humanity. Basu avoids academic stiffness, making complex history feel immediate and deeply relevant. You don't just learn about these figures; you understand why they matter. They weren't just writers; they were architects of a cultural renaissance, proving that literature could be a weapon for dignity and a beacon for a community demanding its place in the sun.
As you listen, the significance resonates far beyond the past. It's a powerful reminder of how culture shapes resistance and how the stories we tell-or fail to tell-define us. Hearing this history unfold in the spoken word, with its emotional cadence and profound respect for the subject, makes it profoundly moving. It's not just a book about literature; it's a testament to the enduring power of voice.
This audiobook is essential listening for anyone interested in India's social fabric, the roots of anti-caste thought, or simply the incredible stories of ordinary people who built something extraordinary against all odds. Basu gives Acchutanand and Jigyasu the monumental recognition they've been denied for too long, and in doing so, he gives us a crucial piece of our shared cultural memory. Don't miss this profound, necessary listen.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience