Book Review: Orachante Oramakkurippukal (Memories of a father) by Eechara Warrier
The book is a memoir by Professor T. V. Eechara Warrier on the events following the arrest and custodial murder of his son Rajan, an egineering student at the Regional Engineering College, Calicut, Kerala during The Emergency. It is a rather small book but rich in chilling recollections of the darkest days of Indian history since partition. The book is also a critical study of our political and legal establishments. We would expect a lot of criticism towards Karunakaran, but he is more or less spared citing "only that can be expected from him." It is Achutha Menon, considered Kerala's best CM till date by many, who comes under heavy criticism for his cold attitude towards Prof.Warrier. Prof.Warrier explains it came as a rude shock to him because Menon had taken refuge under him when he was in exile.
The author's lack of experience in writing is evident as he keeps on repeating certain points. Nevertheless its a powerful and poignant recollection of a father's search for his son and his fight for justice.
The English translation of the book is published by Asian Human Rights Commission and the e-book is available free of charge:
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