Graphic exposure to skirmishes & soldiers
Posted on Dec 7th, 2017 in Articles
Comics with sagas of battles make for tremendous stories and are a good way to engage young minds by Roopinder Singh Achtung! Nostalgia! Schoolchildren of a certain vintage, had more than a passing acquaintance with the battles and warriors of World War II, all thanks to often-forbidden, always-frowned-upon comics that brought alive the stories of courage, cowardice and camaraderie alive …
Controversy storms: Captain’s log
Posted on Dec 3rd, 2017 in Book Reviews
On a Stormy Course: In the Hot Seat at St. Stephen’s Hachette. Pages 300. Rs 599 By Valson Thampu. Review by Roopinder Singh A sense of balance is required when reviewing a book, or any serious endeavour that a person undertakes. A convenient way of ensuring impartiality is to avoid any personal interest in the matter at hand. I …
