Titled "Didi", as West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee is often referred to, the book explores her struggles and achievements, and opens a window to the life and times of Banerjee, described by the author as "one of the most dynamic politicians of our country."
Written by an academic brought up in Punjab and now based in California, "The Rainbow Acres" is a novel about migration, selfless love, fortitude, friendship, and the quest for land and identity. It is set against the backdrop of old Punjab, early California and revolution-torn Mexico.
This novel, written by the managing editor of People's Archives of Rural India (PARI), weaves a story around Vidarbha's farmer suicides, where yet another farmer commits suicide, and is survived by his son Vikram Sonare. Vikram is, as he should be, devastated and furious. His work with the Agricultural Technology Centre and new-found knowledge of social media inspires him to build a network with youth across India and start a silent revolt. He is joined by Mallika Joshi, who works with an NGO in Mumbai, and meets farming families neglected by the government and suffering under the weight of increasing debts.
Raised in an immigrant Indian family in the start-up hub of Silicon Valley, Shabnam Aggarwal believed that every entrepreneur could be successful. So she left her cushy job at Merrill Lynch to take a risk, find her passion and make a difference in the world. She moved to India to start a company.
