Lajja by Taslima Nasrin (Anchita Ghatak, Tr.) in Paperback

As a renowned and decorated writer, TASLIMA NASRIN's works speak boldly against religious fundamentalism and the subjugation of women. Lajja, a harrowing critique of extremism and cruelty, was banned in Bangladesh but gained widespread popularity globally. The Duttas, Sudhamoy, Kironmoyee, and their children Suranjan and Maya, have spent their entire lives in Bangladesh. Despite belonging to a small and vulnerable Hindu community, they refuse to abandon their homeland like many others. Sudhamoy holds onto a naive belief that his country will protect him. However, everything changes on 6th December 1992 when the Babri Masjid is destroyed. While the world condemns the atrocity, the impact is felt most severely in Bangladesh, as Muslim mobs target and harm Hindus. The Duttas' worst fears come true, and their world crumbles.