Description
Bama's seminal work, *Karukku*, is a powerful semi-autobiographical account that plunges readers into the heart of the Dalit experience in Tamil Nadu. Through a racy and colloquial narrative style, the author recounts her personal journey from childhood to her time as a nun, exposing the deep-seated caste-based humiliations and oppressions faced by her community. This unflinching portrayal serves as a vital testament to the struggles for dignity and equality, demanding a world that acknowledges and rectifies the plight of the marginalized. *Karukku* is a significant contribution to Tamil fiction, offering a raw and authentic voice to those often silenced.
Available Editions
paperback
Oxford University Press India
Published Jan 1, 2012
142 pages
ISBN: 9780198078302
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Details
First Published
2000
Language
tam
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Karukku by Bama.