Reviews Highlight New Perspectives on Periyar and Tamil Nadu's Social Justice History

Two recent reviews highlight significant works on Periyar E.V. Ramasamy, a key figure in Tamil Nadu's social justice movement. 'Caste and the Crisis of Dignity' compiles Periyar's speeches addressing caste annihilation and social equality, emphasizing his role in advancing women's rights and fair representation. 'The Cambridge Companion to Periyar' offers a scholarly reassessment of Tamil Nadu's political history, challenging earlier colonial and nationalist interpretations by focusing on dignity and horizontal social structures. Both works contribute to broader understanding beyond Tamil-speaking audiences.