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“At times there's something so precise and mathematically chilling about nationalism. Build a dam to take away water AWAY from 40 million people. Build a dam to pretend to BRING water to 40 million people. Who are these gods that govern us? Is there no limit to their powers?”

Quote by Arundhati Roy

Work

The cost of living

This book delves into the complexities of personal finance and its impact on daily life, offering a nuanced look at the struggles and triumphs of modern life. more

Author

Arundhati Roy
Arundhati Roy

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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