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  THE ECHOES OF THE SARANGEE By LB Thapa Ramesh Shrestha is an established name in the literary firmament of Nepali literature. He has already published several poetry books and received dozens of prestigious awards. The anthology of poems, Malami Pahad ra Sarangee, under review, is the poet’s latest creation.  Ramesh Shrestha is not only a poet par excellence but also a consummate painter. He has received many awards, accolades, and prizes for excellent paintings. In his latest poetry book, the poet has exploited this painting ability. The poet has designed his own book cover page. Besides, he has also drawn many sketches for most of his poems.     The art made on the book cover and the book's name, ‘Malami Pahad ra Sarangee, perfectly match each other. The Sarangee is exhausted and dead, and now it is left with its skeleton. Here, Sarangee stands for a human who pulls various strings of life and creates music all his life. But the music ceases as soon as t...

THE SON OF HAIFA LB THAPA Benjamin , after completing two years of compulsory military service in Israel, was free to live his life in his own way. Like many of his friends, he also wanted to travel, but he was not sure which country he should visit. At that time, his elder sister advised him to visit India, especially Goa, for the best holiday experience. Aziza, Benjamin’s elder sister, after completing two years of compulsory military service, continued with the Israeli Defense Force (IDF) as a professional. Benjamin was always proud of his sister, as she was extremely daring and a proud Jew.  Benjamin arrived in Goa in 2010 and explored the city, and soon he found Goa was the place he always wanted to visit. He loved Goa for everything. The natural ambiance, the city, and the friendly people of Goa won his heart right away. After spending a few months, Benjamin understood that after the US, if there is any country where Jews are welcomed, loved, and respected, then it is only ...

Reading books can be the most enjoyable task, an everyday escape, and an opportunity to learn. I found the following books to be a real treasure trove and suggest you read these books. I am sure you will not regret reading them. These books will take you to a world of imagination, suspense, and thrills like never before. So, dear readers, grab a snack and a cup of hot tea and pick up one of these books. THE HILLS ARE BURNING By LB Thapa The Hills Are Burning is both an autobiography and a memoir. The author, Anirban Bhattacharya, has taken readers back when the violent Gorkhaland agitation, during 1980–1988, was at its peak. The memoir has shown every aspect of the agitation as it unfolded.  The book has ably dealt with the subject with utter honesty, and therefore the author deserves our kudos. Maybe for the first time, the readers would come to know about those people who played a pivotal role in keeping the movement going and making their presence felt in New Delhi.  ...

Over the years Nepali literature has been enriched by many litterateurs.    MOCHAN Tugging at your heartstrings Tulsi Acharya's 'Mochan' aptly portrays the intricacies of relationships.   By LB THAPA Dr. Tulsi Acharya is a prolific writer. He has penned over a dozen books on various subjects of public interest. Receiving a degree in English literature was just the beginning. Acharya’s appetite for more knowledge was further augmented, and he joined Kennesaw State University to pursue an MA in creative writing. In the course of academic penance, he was awarded a Ph.D. This feat of success was like a dream come true in the life of any scholar. After earning his Ph.D., Dr. Acharya did not look back. He undertook several complex subjects and researched thoroughly to write books. If you read any books penned by Dr. Acharya, you will find his scholarly impression in those books.  The readers can definitely understand Dr.Acharya’s range of scholarship from the books he has ...