New Indian Sci-Fi Anthology Explores Diverse Themes and Authors

Hindustan Times · interesting

Gautam Bhatia's anthology, Between Worlds, traces Indian science fiction and fantasy back to 1883, featuring early writers like Muhammad Husain Jah and Jagadish Chandra Bose. This volume uses a peer-review format, blending established authors with new voices. Stories explore themes such as memory transfer in robots, post-menopause empowerment, familial relationships, and the intersection of caste and class through time travel in Chennai. The collection offers a rich tapestry of speculative fiction rooted in Indian contexts.