Slices of the Moon Swept by the Wind - Surendranath S.

Slices of the Moon Swept by the Wind

(Author: Surendranath S.)

‘A classic from Kannada literature … a compelling read.’ — The Telegraph

“I am not like others. I know that. But I do eat like others. And sleep like them. I also cry … But I will not tell you how I look.”

So begins the deeply moving narrative of a young boy writing his own story—an extraordinarily intelligent, sensitive mind trapped inside a tragically misshapen body. Observing life primarily through his window, he chronicles the vibrant world outside: birds that visit his windowsill like trusted friends, the colors of a Muharram procession, and local neighborhood boys who call him names.

Inside his family home, he observes a fragile, complex household. There is Appa, who harbors a silent dream that his son will one day attend school while fighting his own nightly demons; his elder sisters, Doddakka and Sannakka, whose marital prospects are tied to family duty and fierce devotion to their little brother; Amma, who quietly sacrifices her gold to cover debts; and his brother Anna, who defies his father’s wrath to forge his own path.

Amidst emotional struggles and familial quiet sacrifice, it is the boy himself—wise far beyond his years—who emerges as the calm, compassionate heart of his family.

Originally published to critical acclaim in Kannada, Slices of the Moon Swept by the Wind is an unforgettable, poetic exploration of empathy, disability, family dynamics, and human dignity.

Key Features:

• Kannada Literary Classic: The English translation of a celebrated milestone in modern Kannada literature.

• Unique & Empathetic Narrator: Offers a rare, tender first-person perspective of a child living with a physical disability.

• Rich Cultural & Family Narrative: Paints a vivid, nuanced picture of contemporary Indian family life, sacrifice, and emotional resilience.

• Acclaimed Literary Translation: Essential reading for lovers of Indian translated fiction, regional classics, and poignant human stories.