Once Upon a Life: Burnt Curry and Bloody Rags: A Memoir

Temsula Ao's memoir offers a poignant reflection on her life journey from a challenging childhood in Assam, marked by the loss of her parents, to her emergence as a distinguished writer and academic. She candidly shares her struggles with deprivation and her determination to succeed through education. The narrative serves as a means to confront her past and explore themes of love and resilience. Ao's story is one of overcoming adversity and achieving personal and professional fulfillment against all odds, highlighting the power of grit and self-belief.