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Pitcure of Meena Kandasamy as a profile pic on Bookdio.org Author page

Meena Kandasamy

2000s–present

'An acclaimed poet and activist, she blends art and politics in her work, highlighting issues of caste, gender, and social justice.'

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Books by Meena Kandasamy

A Dalit History by MEENA KANDASAMY in Historical category book cover on Bookdio.org

A Dalit History

Language: English

Category: Literature

20 Pages

The Orders Were To Rape You Tigresses in the Tamil Eelam Struggle by MEENA KANDASAMY in Historical category book cover on Bookdio.org

The Orders Were To Rape You Tigresses in the Tamil Eelam Struggle

Language: English

Category: Literature

49 Pages

The Gypsy Goddess by MEENA KANDASAMY in Fiction category book cover on Bookdio.org

The Gypsy Goddess

Language: English

Category: Literature

181 Pages

When I Hit You Or, A Portrait of the Writer as a Young Wife by MEENA KANDASAMY in Fiction category book cover on Bookdio.org

When I Hit You Or, A Portrait of the Writer as a Young Wife

Language: English

Category: Fiction

149 Pages

Exquisite Cadavers by MEENA KANDASAMY in Fiction category book cover on Bookdio.org

Exquisite Cadavers

Language: English

Category: Poetry

112 Pages

Poetry, Feminist Literature, Activism

English, Tamil

India

Bold voice of resistance.

About the Author

Meena Kandasamy is an Indian poet, translator, novelist, and activist whose writing is recognized for its fearless critique of patriarchy, caste discrimination, and oppression. Her works such as When I Hit You and Exquisite Cadavers have received international acclaim for their raw honesty and powerful storytelling. Kandasamy combines poetic lyricism with political urgency, using literature as a form of resistance. Her feminist perspective challenges deeply entrenched systems of inequality, while her activism complements her literary career. Through her essays, translations, and poetry, she amplifies marginalized voices and calls for social transformation. Internationally, Meena Kandasamy is regarded as a leading South Asian voice of dissent and empowerment. Her works are frequently discussed in literary and academic circles for their unapologetic approach and bold themes. As both a writer and activist, Meena Kandasamy stands as an inspiring figure who demonstrates the ability of literature to ignite conversations, break barriers, and bring about change.

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