Narendra Jadhav

The caste system in India has left many people in a position of being total societal outcasts, even while being called on to perform many of the most onerous and unpleasant tasks for an aristocracy that despises them. This book details the history of the untouchable caste from the point of view of a scholar who was himself born untouchable. Although many claim that the caste system in India is defunct, and that untouchables are no longer outcasts, the author demonstrates that this is only, show more at best, partially true. Well written and interesting, told through his parents story more than his own. show less

An intriguing look at the formative years of untouchables' struggle against the Hindu caste system, as told by insiders at the time (1920s and 1930s). Fascinating for an a-religious westerner.

It is true story which is a historic piece. It takes us though the life of Ambedkar and downtroden It shows the atrocities done by Hinduism on lower caste people. The way of presentation is brilliant due to first hand experience of writer being family member. It is a MUST READ to know the caste system prevailed in India. It also gives the strength for the untouchable to reach the highest in their life. It presents pain and gives light to reach the top.

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