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chandaurtara's review against another edition
5.0
Beautiful illustrations and fluffy, stark writing.
A must-read.
A must-read.
susanj13's review against another edition
5.0
So, I know that Indira Gandhi is not quite the most popular politician anymore (for very valid reasons) but one absolutely cannot deny the massive influence and charm she held over young and newly independent India of the 60s and 70s. I am sure we all know more than one lady born in those times who were named Indira or Priya or Priyadarshini. And that is exactly what this book is about.
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A short graphic novel about the story of young Indira, a schoolgirl in Delhi who tries to unearth the "oral history" behind her name which forms a backdrop for an illustrative biography of the late Prime Minister. The narrative is simple, beautifully written and the illustrations evocative and excellent. Important to note that Mrs. G is not really unnecessarily glorified at any point in the book, it is just a depiction of the strong willed woman that she was and how she handled her crises. This one is a real treat to read, for children and adults both, no matter what your political leaning.
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A short graphic novel about the story of young Indira, a schoolgirl in Delhi who tries to unearth the "oral history" behind her name which forms a backdrop for an illustrative biography of the late Prime Minister. The narrative is simple, beautifully written and the illustrations evocative and excellent. Important to note that Mrs. G is not really unnecessarily glorified at any point in the book, it is just a depiction of the strong willed woman that she was and how she handled her crises. This one is a real treat to read, for children and adults both, no matter what your political leaning.
amritesh's review
5.0
This book was surprisingly brilliant. Like, I was expecting a cute-ish and child-ish form of a book depicting the life of the first (and so far, only) woman prime minister of India, Indira Gandhi.
While yes, it was cute and slightly childish at times, it was so so much more. One of the best parts about this book is how it alternates between two different stories, that of Indira Gandhi (in comic form), and of a student, Indira Thapa, who is collecting information on her namesake (in simple text form).
What struck me the most was the "Indian-ness" of this book, from the quirky comments to the illustrations to the casual use of Hindi words here and there.
Roy writes in a very succinct manner with a distinct voice of her own, while Priya puts soul into it with the oh-my-gosh-so-gorgeous detailed illustrations.
While it would have been very easy to give it a political colour, it was altogether devoid of it. At times though, the author's fascination of Mrs Indira caused her to shed little light over her mistakes.
But, really, this is one book you must read to have an insight into the life of one of India's best prime ministers ever, in a fun, casual, and very interesting way.
Highly highly recommended!!
While yes, it was cute and slightly childish at times, it was so so much more. One of the best parts about this book is how it alternates between two different stories, that of Indira Gandhi (in comic form), and of a student, Indira Thapa, who is collecting information on her namesake (in simple text form).
What struck me the most was the "Indian-ness" of this book, from the quirky comments to the illustrations to the casual use of Hindi words here and there.
Roy writes in a very succinct manner with a distinct voice of her own, while Priya puts soul into it with the oh-my-gosh-so-gorgeous detailed illustrations.
While it would have been very easy to give it a political colour, it was altogether devoid of it. At times though, the author's fascination of Mrs Indira caused her to shed little light over her mistakes.
But, really, this is one book you must read to have an insight into the life of one of India's best prime ministers ever, in a fun, casual, and very interesting way.
Highly highly recommended!!
shreyac00i6's review
5.0
It was such a wonderful and informative read. Albeit it is a valid point that it only drew a positive picture of the former Prime Minister but it can still be a perfect read for beginners .Anyone wanting to know about Mrs. Gandhi's childhood, or how situations and people around her shaped her into the person she was ,will really find this book interesting and engaging.
The illustrations were close to perfection and strongly resembled the features of the characters as we have grown up seeing them. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this. Although i read this on the kindle ,but I plan to own a physical copy too.
The illustrations were close to perfection and strongly resembled the features of the characters as we have grown up seeing them. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this. Although i read this on the kindle ,but I plan to own a physical copy too.
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