A Book Review by Avila Mongzar
"People Stories: Volume One" by Avinuo Kire and Meneno Vamuzo Rhakho, published by PenThrill Publication House, is a collection of stories which shares the memories and experiences of people from Nagaland.
The book includes different stories from different people. Some of them are written in the first-person narration, which makes the stories feel more real and personal. While reading, it feels like the people were sharing their own experiences directly to me.
Some of the stories also talk about early life, traditions, and even parts of history like the headhunting era, which makes the book more interesting and informative. The second part of the book also includes stories of individuals and their personal journeys, including experiences from important historical moments, which adds more depth to the collection.
This book also shows how important it is to preserve the stories of older generations. Many of these memories might be lost over time if they were not written down. Through these stories, we get to understand how people lived in the past and learn more about their culture and traditions.
One thing I personally enjoyed while reading this book is that some conversations and words are written in the Angami dialect with English translations. As someone who enjoys learning different languages, I found this very interesting.
Personally, I found this book very meaningful because it helps us to see the past through real experiences. It made me reflect on how important it is to know our people’s struggles, understand their past, and truly listen to our elders.
Overall, "People Stories: Volume One" is a meaningful collection that helps keep these memories alive. It reminds us that every story matters and deserves to be remembered, because through these stories, the past continues to live on.
