Category: Identity and Memory in Literature
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Phantoms of August by Mashrur Arefin: A Haunting Journey Through Bangladesh’s Pivotal History #BookReview @PenguinBooks @PenguinIndia #TBRChallenge #bookchatter
“Phantoms of August” by Mashrur Arefin, originally written as August Abchaya, is a masterful blend of historical narrative and literary fiction. It delves into the personal and political aftermath of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s assassination, weaving a non-linear story that challenges readers to confront the fragility of memory, identity, and truth. A must-read for those who…