In "Azadi," Arundhati Roy delves into the multifaceted concept of 'freedom' across various landscapes. From the chant of "Azadi!" in Kashmir's struggle against occupation and India's movement against Hindu Nationalism, to the global introspection brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, Roy critically examines what freedom truly means in a world grappling with growing authoritarianism.

Why You Should Read?

• Explore insightful essays that connect local struggles for freedom with global sociopolitical shifts.
• Gain perspective on how the pandemic redefined our understanding of borders, incarceration, and collective experience.
• Engage with critical meditations on language, fiction, and the power of alternative imaginations.
• Consider the pandemic as a transformative 'portal' inviting humanity to envision a different, more just world.