{"title":"Nayanika Mathur","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the world of Nayanika Mathur, a distinguished author whose works offer a unique lens into the fascinating realms of history and military themes. Her writing invites readers to explore the intricate layers of society, politics, and the human psyche, providing a rich tapestry of insights and perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her notable works, \u003cem\u003eCrooked Cats\u003c\/em\u003e, delves into compelling narratives that blend historical contexts with intriguing tales of human experiences. Through her meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Nayanika Mathur crafts narratives that not only entertain but also educate, inviting readers to ponder on the complexities of the world around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history enthusiast or a curious reader seeking new insights, Nayanika Mathur's works promise a rewarding journey through the pages of time. Explore her collection today to discover stories that resonate with both historical significance and human emotion.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"crooked-cats-by-nayanika-mathur-9780226771922","title":"Crooked Cats","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBig cats—tigers, leopards, and lions—that make prey of humans are commonly known as “man-eaters.” Anthropologist Nayanika Mathur reconceptualizes them as cats that have gone off the straight path to become “crooked.” Building upon fifteen years of research in India, this groundbreaking work moves beyond both colonial and conservationist accounts to place crooked cats at the centre of the question of how we are to comprehend a planet in crisis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many theories on why and how a big cat comes to prey on humans, with ecological collapse emerging as a central explanatory factor. Yet, uncertainty over the precise cause of crookedness persists. \u003cem\u003eCrooked Cats\u003c\/em\u003e explores in vivid detail the many lived complexities that arise from this absence of certain knowledge to offer startling new insights into both the governance of nonhuman animals and their intimate entanglements with humans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough creative ethnographic storytelling, \u003cem\u003eCrooked Cats\u003c\/em\u003e illuminates the Anthropocene in three critical ways: as method, as a way of reframing human-nonhuman relations on the planet, and as a political tool indicating the urgency of academic engagement. Weaving together “beastly tales” spun from encounters with big cats, Mathur deepens our understanding of the causes, consequences, and conceptualisation of the climate crisis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000581013740,"sku":"9780226771922","price":56.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/19947503482268.jpg?v=1763286897"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/nayanika-mathur.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}