THE BOOK OF DHAKA

Edited by Pushpita Alam and Arunava Sinha

Bangladesh’s capital, Dhaka, has transformed dramatically in the last few decades into one of the world’s largest and most densely crowded metropolises. This collection of Bangla short stories by writers from the city, in English translation, features gangsters, freedom fighters and film stars, and showcases the diversity and vibrancy of city life.

Yoda Press, 164 pages, Rs 295