{"product_id":"amma","title":"Amma","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmma\u003c\/strong\u003e by Perumal Murugan is a deeply personal work of non-fiction that pays tribute to the author's mother while preserving the memories of rural life in the Kongu region. Translated into English by Nandini Murali and Kavitha Muralidharan, this collection of essays reflects on family, farming, resilience, and the enduring values of simplicity, honesty, and hard work. Through intimate recollections, Murugan captures both the character of an extraordinary woman and the changing landscape of village life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the book is the story of a mother who managed her family and farmland with unwavering determination. As Murugan recalls her daily routines, responsibilities, and quiet strength, \u003cstrong\u003eAmma\u003c\/strong\u003e becomes more than a family memoir—it is also a thoughtful reflection on a way of life that is gradually disappearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmma\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together essays that celebrate the life of the author's mother, who sustained her family through farming, caring for livestock, and managing household responsibilities with remarkable perseverance. Her life is portrayed with honesty and affection, revealing both her resilience and the realities of rural existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe essays also document the traditions, landscapes, and agricultural practices of the Kongu region, preserving memories of village communities and everyday life. Balancing nostalgia with unsentimental observation and gentle humour, Perumal Murugan offers readers an insightful portrait of family bonds, rural culture, and generational change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal essays about Perumal Murugan's relationship with his mother.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA portrait of rural life in the Kongu region.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflections on farming, family, and everyday resilience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe values of simplicity, honesty, and hard work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eObservations on changing village life and traditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm, honest storytelling enriched with gentle humour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerumal Murugan's first non-fiction work translated into English.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders of memoir and literary non-fiction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFans of Perumal Murugan's writing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders interested in rural India and agricultural life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose who enjoy personal essays about family and memory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmma\u003c\/strong\u003e combines heartfelt personal memories with vivid observations of rural life to create a moving tribute to family, work, and tradition. Perumal Murugan's thoughtful essays, beautifully translated into English, offer a memorable reading experience that resonates across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Perumal Murugan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54534078595347,"sku":"BY36.186","price":380.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/booksandyou.in\/products\/amma","provider":"Books and You","version":"1.0","type":"link"}