Ram Setu: The Memoirs Of An Enchanted Bridge

Arup K. Chatterjee . Rupa Publications India . English

<b>A legendary bridge. A timeless mystery. A journey across myth, science and politics.</b><br> Stretching like a necklace of sand and coral between India and Sri Lanka, Ram Setu�also called Adam�s Bridge�has captivated humanity for centuries. Revered in the <i>Ramayan</i> as the bridge built by Lord Ram�s army, this ancient formation has been measured, mapped and debated by explorers, scientists, environmentalists and politicians alike.<br><br> In <i>Ram Setu: Memoirs of an Enchanted Bridge</i>, Arup K. Chatterjee brings this fabled structure to life, weaving together sacred lore, colonial history, cutting-edge science and the voices of coastal communities who live in its shadow. From colonial cartographers and modern-day archaeologists to fishermen and climate activists, the book explores how this natural wonder has become a battleground of faith, heritage and geopolitics. <br><br> Vivid, deeply researched and beautifully written, this is more than the story of a bridge�it is a meditation on identity, belonging, and the fragile bond between nature and belief. Perfect for readers who love history, mythology and environmental storytelling, Ram Setu takes you on an unforgettable journey across sea, story and time.

Categories: History/Region & Countries

About the Author

<b>Arup K. Chatterjee</b> is an author, cultural historian, poet and professor at O.P. Jindal Global University. His published books include <i>The Great Indian Railways, Indians in London: From the Birth of the East India Company to Independent India</i> and <i>Adam�s Bridge</i>. For over two decades, his research and writings have spanned themes of Indian history, the history of colonialism, economic history, literary criticism and Vedanta. In 2019, Chatterjee coined the term �gastromythology� in the realm of food and culture studies.

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