Encountering Kamala: Selections from the Poetry of Kamala Das
Poetry. Asian Studies. "For over 40 years, Kamala Das, considered India's 'Poet Laureate,' has set a bold new tone for India's women, poor and disenfranchised. Now her message comes to the United States in her first American book--ENCOUNTERING KAMALA. When no one else dared, a young woman named Kamala Das took a poetic stance for those who had no voice in India. Her powerful words helped slowly change India's views on the role of women--to the point where its first female president was...
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Encountering Kamala contains new poetry of Kamala Das, one of India's most significant women writers, as well as personal stories shared together by Kamala and Andrew Arkin. With directness and sincerity, Kamala Das continues to articulate the complexities and essence of human nature. This collection is the first American publication of her poetry; with its universal appeal this book will be a treasured addtion to academic as well as personal libraries.
