Easterine Kire s'impose comme une conteuse renommée du Nagaland, enrichissant le paysage littéraire de sa voix distinctive. Son œuvre se caractérise par un engagement profond envers la préservation et la promotion du riche tissu des contes populaires et des traditions orales Naga. Les contributions littéraires de Kire vont au-delà de ses propres écrits pour inclure la traduction et la fondation d'une maison d'édition dédiée au partage de récits locaux. Par ses efforts, elle comble le fossé entre le récit ancestral et la littérature contemporaine, garantissant que le patrimoine unique de sa communauté résonne auprès d'un public plus large.
Exploring themes of hope and resilience, this narrative delves into the transformative power of life amidst adversity. Characters confront challenges that test their beliefs and relationships, ultimately discovering the strength within themselves and each other. The story emphasizes the importance of connection and the impact of compassion in overcoming darkness, making it a poignant reflection on the human spirit.
A compelling fable from an award-winning indigenous writer from Nagaland, Northeast India. Drawing on ancient tribal tales, Spirit Nights tells of a prophecy fulfilled when a number of villages are plunged into endless darkness. A terrible taboo has been violated in the spirit world. A wise elder feels the village crumble as her people are isolated and frightened. She knows that only through acting with wisdom and courage, and journeying into unknown realms, can the people get the light back. But who would dare to do that? Lockdowns, spirit visions, profound darkness - Spirit Nights delivers a unique tale from Nagaland that parallels our lives today. This is an exciting USA debut for Easterine Kire. Spirit Nights also includes informative notes, and an essay about real 'Dark Time Accounts' - tribal stories of periods when the world tumbles into seemingly endless night time.
Stories based on folktales from Northeast India in which magic and reality coexist beautifully.