Everyday People in Extraordinary Circumstances (with Nishant Batsha)

In this episode, we hear from author and historian Nishant Batsha. We discuss Nishant's journey from historian to novelist, inspired by the challenge of accessing individual lives in historical archives. Nishant shares insights into the concept of 'critical fabulation,' which blends historical knowledge with creative storytelling. The conversation covers Nishant's latest book, 'A Bomb Placed Close to the Heart,' set in 1917, which explores themes of revolution, love, and forgotten histories. 00:00 Introduction to the Liberationist Lit Podcast00:18 Meet Nishant Batsha: Author and Historian00:40 The Power of Literature in Shaping Worldviews01:28 From Historian to Novelist: Nishant's Journey01:46 Challenges of Writing About the Global South02:24 Critical Fabulation and Creative Writing04:28 Personal Stories of Literary Awakening06:30 Historical Fiction and Humanizing the Past09:55 Nishant's Upcoming Book: A Bomb Placed Close to the Heart16:55 Balancing Writing with Physical Hobbies19:57 Current Reading and Research Projects22:44 Supporting Local Arts and Literature24:40 Conclusion and FarewellNishant’s BooksA Bomb Placed Close to the HeartMother Ocean Father NationOther Books MentionedNo Logo: No Space, No Choice, No Jobs by Naomi KleinWolf Hall by Hilary Mantel Sold by Patricia McCormickThis Other Eden by Paul HardingWhere to find Nishantnishantbatsha.comThank you for being part of the Liberation is Lit podcast! If you have stories to share, want to suggest topics, or just want to connect, find us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @liberationislit or visit our website at liberationislit.com. If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a review! Remember, your voice matters, and together, through the lens of stories, we're making a difference in the world.