Sex, Desire, and Taboo in South Asia: Religion, Culture of Ability, and Patriarchy explores the intersection of religion, culture of ability, and patriarchy in relation to sex, desire, and taboo. Divided into six chapters, this book utilizes Western theorists such as Foucault and Freud in conjunction with Spivak’s theory of the subaltern to establish a theoretical context on sexuality. Through this lens, Acharya evaluates the intersection between religion, patriarchy, and gender and their impact on the perception of sex and desire as a taboo within a South Asian context. The book also examines how individuals contend with their sexual desires, using literature and social media to display the stark difference between the cultural promotion of antisexualism and existing ancient texts on the art of erotica, such as the Kamasutra. In doing so, Sex, Desire, and Taboo in South Asia expands on Eurocentric notions of sexuality and addresses the conditions of the subaltern to explore the complex dynamics of sex in South Asia.

“Sex, Desire, and Taboo in South Asia: Religion, Culture of Ability, and Patriarchy accurately encapsulates the themes and discussions within the book. The work’s distinctive contribution to the literature is highly appreciated, addressing vital gaps in understanding the intersectionality of Sex, Desire, and Taboo in South Asia: Religion, Culture of Ability, and Patriarchy in the South Asian context. The book promises to be a valuable addition to scholarly discourse, providing nuanced insights into a complex and multifaceted subject matter.” — Kay Traille, Kennesaw State University 

“The book critically examines the paradoxes and complexities surrounding sex, desire, and taboo in Nepal and India, situated within their cultural and religious context. Employing a multidisciplinary approach that draws on Foucauldian theory, psychoanalysis, and cultural critique, the book provides a comprehensive analysis of the ways in which religion, culture, and patriarchy influence perceptions of sex and desire. The book serves as a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection between tradition, modernity, and human sexuality in the Global South, advocating for a nuanced understanding that transcends Western frameworks and embraces the local context.” — Bhanu Bhakta Acharya, University of Canada

 
“Sex, Desire, and Taboo in South Asia is a book that is hopefully the start of an expanding discussion about sexuality and eroticism. Up until recently such a discussion has been dominated by Western voices privileging the Western experience and concerns. Acharya’s book is a fascinating study showing how such a discussion has been predated by far older discourses about body and desire from other parts of the world. As many in the West are now re-thinking what was previously thought to be basic natural categories, this book is a very helpful and important addition to that discussion.” — Fred Fejes, Florida Atlantic University

“Acharya’s volume offers a comprehensive view of sexuality in South Asia from the classical past to the present. With a firm theoretical grounding, Acharya applies the concepts of taboo and transgression, along with colonial oppression, in order to trace a shift from a more open and artistic eroticism to a dominant, patriarchal discourse of sexual repression. Carefully researched with extensive bibliography, this text compiles a wealth of information from literary and film works, the visual arts tradition, online survey responses, and contemporary religious practices. Acharya moves away from heteronormative notions of sexuality to explore transgender, intersex, and sex and disability in contemporary South Asia. Acharya’s volume shows how literature and the arts push the boundaries of sexuality in South Asian society by revealing glimpses of a multifaceted reality hidden beneath patriarchal strictures and norms. With its accessible prose and its thoughtful and sensitive approach, Acharya’s text will be a touchstone for scholars and general readers alike.” — Bridget Pupillo, Connecticut College

“Dr. Tulasi Acharya’s Sex, Desire, and Taboo in South Asia explores the paradoxes of a region where erotic art and sexual manuals have long existed, yet open discussions about sex remain taboo.” — Kosh Raj Koirala, Republica 
 
“Sex, Desire, and Taboo in South Asia is a provocative and timely contribution to the ongoing discourse about sexuality, power, and culture in the region. It challenges readers to rethink the complex relationship between religion, culture, and patriarchal structures, offering new insights into how societal change may be achieved through education and greater awareness.” — Gopi Krishna Dhungana, The Annapurna Express

“The book’s strength lies in its tackling of otherwise unexplored themes, such as the sexual habits of older persons—a subject that is not only under-researched but also a taboo for discussion, especially in India. The book’s rather strong and relevant conclusion that ‘until the healthy understanding of sex replaces the current cultural discourses and rhetoric of sex in South Asia, no punishment will be able to stop rape incidents’ (p. 185)…the book drives home Acharya’s argument that social taboos, under the garb of civilization, prevented discussions about sex and sexuality, deteriorating it into something ‘uncivilized and filthy,’ an act exploited as a commodity or a means of generating capital, rather than being perceived as a ‘crucial aspect of healthy living’ (p. 187). The book would be of interest to scholars of social anthropology, sociology, and those studying South Asia.”— Devapriya Sanyal, St. Joseph’s University, Book review published in South Asia Research, Sage Journal.

Public Administration and Organization Theory: An Annotated Bibliography:  The book surveys crucial theories and practices and academic research in the field of public administration and Organizational theory. It outlines ground breaking findings and arising from quality research works from the past to the present―especially focused on articles that are both timely and contextual. Each chapter opens with a theme, explains its relevance within the context and presents a critical annotated bibliography of the articles under the theme and provides a thematic conclusion of the chapter.

This book will be a valuable resource for teachers, researchers and students in the field of public administration.

‘मृत्यु डायरी’ प्रियजन गुमाउनेहरू वा मृत्युलाई चिन्न र बुझ्नेहरूप्रति समर्पित छ । यो वियोगको मात्र कथा नभएर योगको पनि कथा खोज हो । यसभित्र सर्वप्रथम योग त्यसपछि वियोग र वियोगले जुराइदिएको जीवनको सर्वोत्कृष्ट संयोग समेटिएको छ । यो जीवनप्रतिको आसा, भरोसा, आत्मविश्वास र प्रेरणाको कथा हो । क्यान्सर, कोरोना, मोर्फिन, प्यालिएटिभ केयर, मृत्यु र ती विषयवस्तुमाथिको अनुसन्धान र ह्याम्लेटको नियतिको कथा लेखनले पुस्तकलाई रोचक र पठनीय बनाएको छ ।
The book vividly portrays the depths of human vulnerability and resilience. It explores themes of mortality, palliative care, fear, and the transformative nature of human connections, revealing the delicate balance between life and death and imparting invaluable lessons on mortality.
“पुस्तकले जीवन र मृत्युलाई गहिरिएर नियाल्ने अवसरमात्र दिएको छैन, जीवन र मृत्युको पाठ पनि सिकाएको छ ।” – के ट्रेल
“जीवनबाट बिदा मागेका रेशमलालको कथा हो, ‘मृत्यु डायरी’ । लेखकले व्यक्तिगत विषय, घटना र चरित्रलाई ‘सार्वभौम’ बनाइदिएका छन् । लेखक पुस्तकमा पोखिँदा मैले पाएको ‘चुरो–कुरो’ भनेकै लेखकीय इमान्दारिता हो । पुस्तकले दुईवटा पक्ष पाठकलाई दिएको छ– एउटा ‘फिलिङ्स’ र अर्को ‘गाउँले पारा’ । भन्छु” – पुस्तक पढिरहँदा पाठक चलचित्र हेरिरहेको हुनेछन् ।”
– गोपीकृष्ण ढुंगाना, साहित्यकार/सञ्चारकर्मी

Sex, Gender, and Disability in Nepal: This book explores the sex lives of women with disabilities in Nepal, showing that many women suffer more than men despite prevailing disability policies that emphasize nondiscrimination against people with disabilities. It also argues that far from general perceptions of women as asexual, women with disabilities are capable of leading highly creative and fulfilling sexual lives.

Using critical sexual theory and postcolonial studies as critical frameworks, the book investigates the narratives of authors with disabilities, exploring policy gaps and the need for supportive gender and sexual policies through the words of those affected. In particular, the book analyzes five female Nepali authors with disabilities: Radhika Dahal, Jhamak Ghimire, Sabitri Karki, Parijaat, and Mira Sahi, demonstrating the need for supportive gender policies to address the emotional and psychological needs of women with disabilities. Overall, the book argues that disciplinary discourses in practice often consider sex or sexuality as taboo, barely recognizing women in the context of marriage and family, and therefore creating gaps between policies and marginalized narratives.

This book provides important insights into sex and disability within the context of the Global South, and as such will be of interest not only to researchers working on Nepal but also to scholars across gender studies, disability studies, international development, and postcolonialism.

Handbook of Professional, Business & Technical Writing, and Communication and Journalism: A Reference Guide to all kinds of writing: “One of the best new Journalism books” – BookAuthority
“One of the Best New Technical Writing Books”- BookAuthority
“One of the best new Communication books” – BookAuthority. This book is divided into two parts. Part one deals with technical topics in writing, such as business writing, proposal writing, writing for research, digital writing and other technical topics in writing, including even technical topics in literature.
Part two is entirely on the topic of mass communication and journalism. The second part covers at length the issues and matters relating to mass communication and journalism, theories, and some technical aspect of editing, proofreading, photo editing, reporting, lay-out, broadcasting media, and so on.
The aim of this book is to explore those technical writing topics in bulleted points, with the topics ranging from technical to business to academic to creative to digital to mass communication and journalism. The bulleted points will help better understand and memorize certain dos and don’ts of writing and writing guidelines.
There are tons of materials available online and in published books about writing scattered randomly, but not a single focused book that cater the needs of students and writers for a thorough understanding of all kinds of technical topics in writing.

Katai Bomb, Katai Bamjan (कतै बम, कतै बम्जन): कामसूत्रमा वर्णन गरिएका यौनिक क्रियाकलाप होउन् वा मन्दिरका टुँडालतिर देखिने ईश्वरका विभिन्न यौनजन्य आसन र रतिराग, तपस्यारत विश्वामित्रको मेनकासँगको सम्बन्धको सन्दर्भ होस् वा यो संसारमा सृष्टिको अस्तित्व र सम्भावनाको प्रसङ्ग वा यौनको महत्त्व माथिको बहस होस् वा अपाङ्गताका कुरा वा हुन् समय, परिवेश, नेतृत्व, द्वन्द्व र अरू कयौँ प्राकृतिक तथा कृत्रिम हलचलहरू वा हुन् साहित्य, समालोचना, जातीयता र विविध, यी सबै विषयवस्तु माथि लेखिएका रचनाहरूको सँगालो हो यो पुस्तक । यस पुस्तकमा सङ्कलित सबै रचनाहरू नेपालबाट प्रकाशित हुने राष्ट्रिय दैनिक कान्तिपुर, अन्नपूर्ण पोस्ट तथा गोरखापत्रमा छापिएका हुन् ।

Living by Memories is a collection of the finest articles on different topics, such as love, humanity, politics, nostalgia, society, relationship, art and culture and literature, research, life and death and diseases, and much more. The writer expresses life and culture and society, how he lived, people he talked to, the world he saw and experienced. Beautifully crafted, the articles are highly creative force while they are based on facts, observations, impressions, readings, reflections, imaginations, and predictions. The articles offer an eclectic mix of subjects and remain testimony to the stories they tell. Divided into three parts— part one is a collection of three or more-page long articles; part two is a collection of one- two-page long articles; and part three is a collection of articles in Nepali— all the articles were published in national print and online newspapers in Nepal.

Class Rigidity in Jane Austin’s Persuasion: New Historicism has become significant in the criticism of Medieval and nineteenth-century British and American literature, and it is making its way into the criticism of modernist literature and eighteenth-century literature as well. The role of New Historicists is to create a more cultural or anthropological criticism, one that is conscious of its own status as interpretation and intent upon understanding literature as part of a system of signs that constitute a given culture. Literary criticism and cultural critique are integrated, with the critic’s role being to investigate both the social presence of the literary text in the world and the social presence of the world in the literary text. The book has highlighted the social rules, codes, or norms articulated within the text acknowledging their own predispositions and cultural biases while exploring how the multiple voices within a text are balanced, reconciled, or subverted. With a concern for questions of power and culture, the book has demonstrated how Jane Austen is guided by the ideology of class-consciousness. The book has examined the multiple voices of the characters, provided a detailed description of the text, and delved into the political and social situations as essential components.