Another Tale of Two Cities by Ezhuth Aani : Book
Review
Another Tale of Two Cities is a
historical fiction written by Ezhuth Aani (originally, Dr. Ananthakumarasamy
Ramanathan). While the title suggests that the told-story would be about some tussle
going on between two cities, the story is about Cambodian Prince Adiththavarman’s
journey to many countries including Sri Lanka and India. The story, as a whole,
is actually about two cities—as the title suggests. The two Cambodian cities
are in rivalry and Adhiththavarman goes to different countries to seek help.
As the book opens, you get to
read a foreword by the author which can leave you a bit confused about whether
you should actually read the book further. This is because you will come to
know that it is something about Cambodia, a country you hardly talk about. The foreword
and the first few pages are quite difficult to read, difficult in the sense
that it appears non-relatable. But, it’s alright.
As the story begins moving –
together with Princeling Adithya on his horse, Vibhanji – you experience
reading a saga of a heroism which is both perfectly relatable and highly
delightful to read. It is a story of the type which grandparents used to tell
the children about some ancient hero, which leaves you keep turning pages till
the end.
As the author is professional
in writing and already has several published books to his name, there is no
issue with the language. That front is perfectly fine. The flow of the story is
also very satisfying and the way it grips you to keep reading is truly
appreciable. There are various historical claims made in the book regarding
issues like expansion of Islam and Christianity and Hindu-Buddhist relations which
I cannot solicit in this review.
Another Tale of Two Cities
tells a saga which is perfect to read if you love reading epics of warriors,
kings and kingdoms.
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