{"product_id":"anthology-of-queer-short-stories-from-assam-lgbtqia-stories-from-over-two-decades-edited-by-jintu-gitartha","title":"Anthology of Queer Short Stories from Assam (English Version)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"18\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003eBook Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"19\" data-end=\"125\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"19\" data-end=\"43\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"43\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bee Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"86\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"86\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage\u003c\/strong\u003e: English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"101\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"101\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: 128\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"125\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"125\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9789349852389\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"463\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"145\"\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"148\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"211\"\u003eAnthology of Queer Short Stories from Assam (English Version)\u003c\/em\u003e presents a compelling collection of narratives that explore the many dimensions of queer life in Assamese society. Spanning more than two decades of literary evolution, the stories capture themes of love, longing, identity, struggle, and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"908\"\u003eThis anthology documents the gradual shift in Assamese literature—from early portrayals shaped by external perspectives to intimate, authentic accounts voiced by members of the queer community themselves. Set against a cultural backdrop often viewed as liberal yet hesitant to confront its own prejudices, these stories challenge stereotypes and invite readers to witness the courage, vulnerability, and emotional depth of queer experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003eA significant contribution both as literature and as a cultural record, this anthology encourages reflection, empathy, and a broader understanding of belonging, making it an essential read for those interested in contemporary Assamese writing, LGBTQ+ narratives, and modern Indian literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bee Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50398441308464,"sku":"BeeBooks_9789349852389","price":225.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/41YCImK0DrL.jpg?v=1764322486","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/anthology-of-queer-short-stories-from-assam-lgbtqia-stories-from-over-two-decades-edited-by-jintu-gitartha","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}