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SUMMARY

 

NINE LIVES

BASED ON THE BOOK BY WILLIAM DALRYMPLE

 

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CONTENT

The Nun’s Tale

The Dancer of Kannur

The Daughters of Yellamma

The Singer of Epics

The Red Fairy

The Monk’s Tale

The Maker of Idols

The Lady Twilight

The Song of the Blind Minstrel

General Analysis

 

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

Nine Lives In Search of the Sacred in Modern India by William Dalrymple offers a compelling glimpse into the diverse spiritual landscape of contemporary India. Through a collection of interconnected narratives, the book explores the lives of individuals dedicated to various religious vocations and practices. From a Jain nun embracing austerity to a Theyyam dancer embodying deities and a singer preserving ancient epics, each story reveals a unique pathway to the sacred. The narratives delve into the enduring power of faith and ritual as these individuals navigate a rapidly changing world, highlighting the complex interplay between tradition and modernity.

Janet Brolin

Summary - Nine Lives: Based On The Book By William Dalrymple

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