Homecoming and Other Stories

This captivating anthology, titled “Homecoming and Other Stories,” breathes fresh vitality into the intricate fabric of Northeast India’s people, with a particular focus on the Nagas. Through nineteen poignant tales, a profound bond with the mountains emerges, a deep-rooted unity that the Nagas have cherished for centuries. Spanning over a hundred years, from the advent of Christianity in the late 19th century to the present day, these stories illuminate the profound experiences of the region’s inhabitants.

Within the collection, readers will encounter diverse narratives: the arrival of Japanese forces in a small village during World War II, a courageous woman grappling with amnesia, a truck driver navigating the pangs of loneliness, a man crossing borders into Burma, and children embarking on a final visit to their mother’s deathbed. These stories belong to ordinary individuals, often overlooked and hidden, overshadowed by the turbulent waves of political upheavals. In this portrayal, modernization is likened to shedding old skin and regenerating new cells, while violence plays a negligible role in the rejuvenation process.