I wondered why we required an armed escort, for did not our Cholan king’s reputation send even snakes slithering into…
16. Silappatikaram: The Caravan, First Hints
Our servants secreted much coin in their hands in return for carrying letters and news. Unlike the wealthy who wrote…
Haiku: Talents
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15. Silappatikaram: A Child leaves and a Maiden will Return
The days leading to our departure were busy, harried, and filled with confused urgency. A steady queue of tradesmen and…
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14. Silappatikaram: Adult Conspiracy
Overwhelmed with joy by the prospect of a long journey into new lands, the first in my life, I shared…
Haiku: Sleep
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13. Silappatikaram: Broken Precious
‘And Kovalan, did he force you too?’ asked Father. I did not wish to blame Kovalan but also could not…
12. Silappatikaram: Crocodiles and Inconsiderate Rocks
When I returned home, Mother was waiting. ‘So here you are,’ she said. ‘I’ve told you often enough not to…
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Haiku: Job Qualification
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11.Silappatikaram: My Friends: Soft and Mean
And so it was, when I ran out to meet Kovalan, Mother continued to call. ‘Kannagi! Where are you? Kannagi!’ I…