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6. Silk Scarves

Three Million

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Art and Memory: Revisiting 'Hunger Burns'

This chapter explores the 'Hunger Burns' exhibition, which commemorates the 80th anniversary of a significant famine while interweaving personal narratives from British Bengali families. It highlights how contemporary art reflects on historical traumas and the complexities of memory, food, and community through artistic expressions, poetry, and culinary experiences. The discussion also examines intergenerational trauma and the moral implications of colonial legacies, showcasing the intricate connections between personal histories and broader historical narratives.

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