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Mansi Choksi's The Newlyweds examines the true cost of modern love in an ancient culture. It's a book that will change the way readers think about love, freedom and hope. To celebrate its publication, we're giving away a signed copy, a selection of Mithai – delicious Indian confectionery – and a Masala Chai Starter Kit.Twenty-first century India is a culture on fast forward, a society which is changing at breakneck speed, where two out of every three people are under the age of thirty-five. These young men and women grew up with the internet, smartphones and social media. But when it comes to love, the weight of thousands of years of tradition cannot so easily be set aside.
An extraordinary work of reportage, The Newlyweds is a portrait of modern India told through the stories of three young couples, who defy their families to pursue love. The lesbian couple forced to flee for a chance at a life together. The Hindu woman and Muslim man who must escape under the cover of night after being harassed by a violent mob. And the couple from different castes who know the terrible risk they run by marrying.10 runners-up will each receive a signed copy of The Newlyweds.
This competition ended on 27/10/2022
1 x winner will receive a signed copy of The Newlyweds by Mansi Choksi, a Masala Chai Starter Kit, and a box of Ambala Foods Mithai.10 x runners-up will receive a signed copy of The Newlyweds by Mansi Choksi
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