A Secret History Of Compassion by Paul Zacharia

This novel, written by one of India's most renowned authors known for his clever turns of phrase and consistent irreverence for the Establishment, follows a unique literary partnership between Lord Spider, a famous author of fiction, J.L. Pillai, an esteemed executioner and aspiring writer, and Rosi, Spider's wife and freelance philosopher. Together, they explore the concept of compassion in an essay for the Communist Party, with appearances from well-known figures such as Stalin, Satan, Gandhi doppelganger, and Jesus in his 37th incarnation. Other characters include Brother Dog, Tarzan, and Pretty Man, all contributing to the imaginative and transformative world of the story. Filled with themes of shape-shifting, virginity, and madness, this novel takes readers on a journey through the Valley of Lost Songs, promising a brilliant and irreverent read from an industry expert.