Wari : A Collection of Manipuri Short Stories – Linthoi Chanu

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Death be denied, Faith be restored, rumours be flying, memories be evoked, humanity be restored… ‘Wari’ came to be heard and ‘Wari’ continues to be told… ‘Wari’ which means ‘story’ in Manipuri brings you a cauldron of contemporary Manipuri fiction seasoned with age-old tales of magic, black art and deep cultural beliefs that are unique to the state and its people. Linthoi Chanu is the author of ‘The Tales of Kanglei Throne’, her debut book based on mythological stories of Manipur. From an old woman who refuses to die to a small girl venturing into the unknown, Linthoi Chanu’s ‘Wari’ is a collection of eight unusual stories that introduces readers to the rich socio-cultural traditions of Manipur.