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“Wars are never fought for altruistic reasons.”

Quote by Arundhati Roy

Work

This book delves into the various aspects of war through the lens of language and communication, examining the ways in which war is discussed, represented, and understood in different contexts. more

Author

Arundhati Roy is an Indian author best known for her novel 'The God of Small Things', which won the Booker Prize in 1997. Her works often explore social and political issues such as class, race, and gender. more

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