Madras Medley

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19 Oct 2022

Genghis Khan and the Making of the Modern World - Review by Abhishek Desikan

When we hear ‘Genghis Khan,’ it brings different images to one’s mind, with most depictions portraying...
22 May 2022

Why I Am An Atheist - Review by Abhishek Desikan

Why I am an Atheist is a short essay written by Bhagat Singh where he talks about his journey to becoming an atheist. Al...
09 May 2022

Mr. Sampath - The Printer of Malgudi by R.K. Narayan - Review by Abhishek Desikan

Mr. Sampath is probably not one of R.K.Narayan’s most-loved books. This is because one doesn’t connect with ...
13 Feb 2022

The English Medium Myth by Sankrant Sanu - Review by Abhishek Desikan

The role of language in shaping culture and civilizational progress is well documented across time and place. India, in ...
23 Jan 2022

City of Victory: The Rise and Fall of Vijayanagara - Review by Abhishek Desikan

City of Victory is a concise historical summary of the rise and fall of one of Bharat’s greatest empires, the Vija...