Review | ‘The Red Badge’ by Rajesh R. Varma conjures up a dystopian Keralam
‘The Red Badge’, a novel by Rajesh R. Varma translated from Malayalam, portrays a dystopian version of Kerala where entrenched caste hierarchies, social bias, and authoritarian rule converge to obliterate traditional ways of living. The review notes the book’s stark depiction of cultural erosion and its critique of power structures, highlighting its relevance to contemporary societal debates.