{"product_id":"extinctions-hardcover","title":"Extinctions | Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtinctions\u003c\/strong\u003e by Sharmistha Mohanty is a reflective work of literary non-fiction that contemplates the gradual disappearance of traditions, objects, rituals and cultural practices across the Indian subcontinent. Blending observation, history and lyrical prose, the book explores how personal memory and collective civilisational memory intersect, inviting readers to reflect on cultural continuity, loss and transformation. It is an evocative read for those interested in literature, history, memory and the changing landscapes of South Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough a series of interconnected pieces, the book captures moments and practices that are fading from everyday life while considering what their disappearance reveals about the present. Rather than simply preserving the past, it encourages readers to examine the relationship between history, identity and the passage of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSharmistha Mohanty presents a collection of meditative writings that examine cultural elements on the verge of disappearing. Drawing on factual observation, historical reflection and prose poetry, the book documents rituals, gestures and objects that have shaped life across generations while exploring their place in a rapidly changing world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs personal recollections intertwine with broader historical memory, \u003cstrong\u003eExtinctions\u003c\/strong\u003e reflects on themes of time, impermanence and cultural inheritance. The narrative considers how landscapes, traditions and human experiences evolve, creating a thoughtful exploration of the connections between the past, the present and what may endure into the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflections on disappearing rituals, traditions and cultural practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssays blending history, observation and lyrical prose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplorations of memory, identity and cultural heritage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThoughtful perspectives on time, change and continuity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnections between personal experience and civilisational history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA literary examination of the evolving landscapes of the Indian subcontinent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders of literary non-fiction and reflective essays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose interested in Indian history and cultural heritage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders exploring themes of memory and identity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents and enthusiasts of literature and cultural studies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who appreciates lyrical and thought-provoking prose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtinctions\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a contemplative exploration of memory, history and cultural change through elegant and evocative writing. By examining traditions and practices that are gradually fading from view, it invites readers to reflect on the enduring relationship between the past and the present.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sharmistha Mohanty","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54534059917587,"sku":"BY36.18","price":650.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/booksandyou.in\/products\/extinctions-hardcover","provider":"Books and You","version":"1.0","type":"link"}