Sep 01, 2025

Books By Arundhati Roy That Must Be On Your Reading List

Aanya Mehta

Azadi: Freedom. Fascism. Fiction. (2020)

A bold reflection on nationalism, freedom, and storytelling, urging readers to rethink democracy and resistance in today’s world.

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Field Notes on Democracy (2009)

Essays that dissect communal politics, state power, and inequality, painting a sobering picture of democracy under strain.

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The God of Small Things (1997)

Her Booker Prize-winning debut novel set in Kerala explores caste, forbidden love, and the scars of childhood. A lyrical, unforgettable modern classic.

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The Algebra of Infinite Justice (2002)

A thought-provoking collection on nuclear power, globalization, and imperialism — linking India’s struggles with global crises.

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The Ministry of Utmost Happiness (2017)

A sprawling tale across Delhi and Kashmir, weaving stories of outsiders, resistance, and hope in fractured times.

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Power Politics (2001)

A critical examination of corporate control over water and energy in India, highlighting grassroots struggles against privatization.

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My Seditious Heart (2019)

Over 1,000 pages of essays spanning two decades of politics, environment, and activism, showcasing Roy’s fiery and uncompromising voice.

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War Talk (2003)

A short but piercing book of essays where Roy speaks against war, American empire, and the human cost of militarism.

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Silent Relationship Killers: Habits That Push Partners Apart