Between The Covers : Conversations with Writers in Fiction, Nonfiction & Poetry

Amitav Ghosh : Smoke and Ashes

Jun 1, 2024
Join acclaimed writer Amitav Ghosh as he discusses the opium trade, colonial legacies, and the rise of realism in fiction. Explore themes of plant intelligence, climate change, and the intertwining history of opium trade and resource exploitation. Discover the parallels between historical events and modern challenges, and the role of writers in addressing urgent environmental issues.
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