June Book Club: Heart Lamp by Banu Mushtaq, translated by Deepa Bashti
Theme: "Women in Translation"
Join us for the August meeting of our monthly book club at Chener Books in East Dulwich!
In our July meeting, members picked Heart Lamp by Banu Mushtaq among the three titles we suggested for the "Women in Translation" theme.
In the twelve stories of Heart Lamp, Banu Mushtaq exquisitely captures the everyday lives of women and girls in Muslim communities in southern India. Praised for their dry and gentle humour, these portraits of family and community tensions have garnered both censure from conservative quarters as well India’s most prestigious literary awards.
Book club participants can purchase their copy at Chener Books with a 20% discount.
When & Where:
📅 Date: Thursday, 28 August
6:30 - 7:30 PM
📍 Book Club Discussion at Chener Books, 14 Lordship Lane
Come along to discuss the themes, characters, and atmosphere of Heart Lamp with fellow readers (free of charge). Expect some wine and lively discussion!
7:30 - 8:30/9 PM
📍 Book Club Socials at East Dulwich Tavern, 1 Lordship Lane
Continue the conversation over drinks or delicious pub food, just a short stroll away at EDT. Please note: drinks/dinner is exclusively for book club attendees and payment will be made on site.
Space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot in advance. We look forward to seeing you!
