Book Summary:
Family Fables and Hidden Heresies: A Memoir of Mothers and More by Vrinda Nabar is a reflective and intimate memoir that explores the complexities of family history, identity, womanhood, and intergenerational legacy. Through personal stories, memories, and cultural reflections, Nabar examines the roles women play within families—often balancing expectations, silence, resilience, and rebellion. The book weaves together anecdotes from her own lineage, uncovering untold experiences and “hidden heresies” that challenge traditional narratives. It addresses themes such as gender norms, societal pressures, emotional inheritance, and the quiet strength of women across generations. Blending memoir with social commentary, Nabar invites readers to consider how family stories are shaped, remembered, and passed on, revealing how understanding one’s roots can illuminate the present.
About the Author:
Vrinda Nabar is an Indian writer, academic, and literary critic known for her work on gender studies, cultural identity, and women’s roles in society. She has written extensively on Indian literature and feminist issues, and is particularly recognized for her scholarship on the status of women within cultural and mythological frameworks. Nabar has taught at universities in India and abroad and is the author of influential works such as Caste as Woman. Her writing is marked by clarity, depth, and a strong commitment to examining social structures through a feminist lens. In Family Fables and Hidden Heresies, she brings her intellectual background and personal insight together to create a thoughtful, layered narrative.
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