Identitti by Mithu M. Sanyal

📚 Book

In the next meeting of the Cologne book club, we will be discussing Identitti by Mithu M. Sanyal.

Identitti is a sharp, witty, and provocative novel that delves into questions of identity, race, and authenticity in the age of social media and cultural politics. The story follows Nivedita, a mixed-race student and blogger, who idolizes her university professor—only to have her world upended when the professor, a prominent postcolonial scholar, is revealed to have been passing as a person of color.

Set in Germany and steeped in contemporary debates, Identitti deftly navigates the complexities of identity politics, public outrage, and personal transformation. Mithu M. Sanyal—an academic and cultural critic—infuses the novel with intellectual rigor, humor, and emotional insight, creating a narrative that is as entertaining as it is challenging.

Identitti is a bold and timely exploration of belonging, truth, and the stories we tell about ourselves. Sanyal’s debut novel invites readers to engage with uncomfortable questions and reflect on how identity is constructed, performed, and perceived in today’s world.

More information about “Identitti by Mithu M. Sanyal“:
🔗 https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/59387726-identitti

❓How is the next book chosen?
At the end of each session, everyone attending gets the chance to recommend a book. Then, we take a vote, and the book with the most votes will be chosen. If you are attending the meet up, you will be able to decide on the next book.

📍 Venue
We will meet at Kulturraum 405, a wonderful space that provides a cozy and inspiring environment for our book club gatherings. As a small community initiative, they kindly request a voluntary donation of approximately €3 per person to support their ongoing efforts in maintaining the location and ensuring consistent meet ups for us.
For more information check out https://kulturraum405.de

Organiser
Participation for this event is free of charge.
🕦 We will start at 11:30. Please arrive a bit earlier to settle in comfortably.
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