Other books we recommend this week include Dorian Lynskey’s study of the role the apocalypse plays in the cultural imagination, Caleb Femi’s rave-influenced poetry collection and new novels by Adam ...

In this classroom, only English is spoken. The teacher, Marjan (Marjan Neshat), enforces this rule harshly — if you speak any other language, you get a tally mark. At five tallies, you are asked to ...

Commemorating the memory of the martyrs of the Language Movement, the traditional festivity of Amar Ekushey Book Fair 2025 is all set to begin with this year’s theme “July Gono Obbhuthyan: Notun Bangl ...

The grand inauguration of the 2025 edition of the Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) has begun with a blend of cultural discussions, art, and music.

When Fragments of Riversong first appeared a decade ago, it did more than merely introduce Farah Ghuznavi as a significant literary voice; it signalled a transformation in Bangladeshi English-language ...

The French traveller Bernier was profoundly amazed by the diversity and abundance he witnessed in East Bengal, now Bangladesh. Unfortunately, much of these traditions and wealth have become relics of ...

Valentine's Day jewelry is changing. It's more playful. “It’s because we’re bored of boring jewelry,” said Fanny Boucher, ...

In a new memoir, Hanif Kureishi reflects on a life transformed since he lost the use of his arms and legs.

Born on January 25, 1824, in Sagardari, Jessore, Michael Madhusudan Dutt's life was marked with bold decisions and an ...

Children have an innate love for stories. When given the right resources, their imagination soars, sharpening their ...

Salil Triathi’s overview of the community is well researched yet lively, eclectic and exuberant: a must-read for all ...

The list also consists of premier Test stars like England's Joe Root, New Zealand's Kane Williamson and Australian skipper ...