In October, the ministry announced the commission had identified 400 books "that conflicted with Islamic and Afghan values, most of which have been collected from the markets".
Women in Translation Month is an annual celebration that toasts to women authors from around the globe who write in languages other than English
The book is not only ardent in its refusal of authority but also speaks of detaching oneself from aspects of one’s life that add meaning in the pursuit of revolution.
A list of books that might help you get started on the political climate of Bangladesh after 1971
It's true, I feel differently about books that I previously disliked or enjoyed reading and books that I want as a physical presence in my life
The recent internet blackout in Bangladesh put a spotlight on an often-forgotten tool: the dictionary. For writers and anyone who relies on crafting basic-level English communications, the lack of digital access was a stark reminder of our dependency on the internet.
"Growing to love something, and allowing that to change me is not immediate, it is not profound. Nor is it something caused just by reading a handful of books"
The first half of this year has treated us with some truly amazing book-to-screen adaptations like Feud: Capote vs. The Swans, A Gentleman in Moscow, and Ripley. The second half is also unlikely to disappoint. Here are some book-to-screen adaptations to pack the rest of your year with.
When a few boys arrive at the couple’s flat to seek out their college-going daughter, Rekha, the parents are thrown into a whirlwind of adventure.
The Art Of Asking shows us how to create a close-knit family of friends and supporters by being honest
Concentrating on women workers from Bangladesh, Nepal, India and Pakistan, Women and Work in South Asia also tackles the advancement of individual corporate sectors due to the involvement of women workers.
There are ways you can make the most out of your experience with a self-help book.
The book combines the intrigue of a classic domestic suspense novel with a high level of psychological insight and skilful character development.
We generally use the same parts of the brain no matter the medium, with one crucial exception. And therein lies the rub.
One of my most vivid memories growing up was discovering the joys of reading during one train journey to Rajshahi, Muhammad Zafar Iqbal's novel of childhood adventures
Trigger Warning: This article mentions sexual and domestic abuse, trauma, and issues of mental health
These books explore the idea that books can be much more than just inanimate objects.
Since I did not have a busy itinerary on Eid days, books were my unwitting companions
Last week, one of Dhaka’s oldest bookstores announced that they will be closing shop after running for 60 years
