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The novel depicts the social and political transformations in the [[Tiruvalla]]–[[Kozhencherry]] region, including the schisms within the Orthodox Christian Church and ideological shifts within the Communist Party. It explores historical events such as the Liberation Theology movement, the Emergency period, and the rise and decline of the Mannam Sugar Mill and fictionalized and satirical portrayals of prominent figures, including [[Che Guevara|Ernesto Che Guevara]], [[Patrice Lumumba]], [[M.N. Govindan Nair]], [[T. V. Thomas]], [[Gowri Amma]], and [[E. M. S. Namboodiripad]], are also included in the narrative. |
The novel depicts the social and political transformations in the [[Tiruvalla]]–[[Kozhencherry]] region, including the schisms within the Orthodox Christian Church and ideological shifts within the Communist Party. It explores historical events such as the Liberation Theology movement, the Emergency period, and the rise and decline of the Mannam Sugar Mill and fictionalized and satirical portrayals of prominent figures, including [[Che Guevara|Ernesto Che Guevara]], [[Patrice Lumumba]], [[M.N. Govindan Nair]], [[T. V. Thomas]], [[Gowri Amma]], and [[E. M. S. Namboodiripad]], are also included in the narrative. |
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The story is mainly sets in the Manthalir, a picturesque village near [[Pandalam|Pandaleswaram]], breathes with religions and politics and they form the very lifeblood of the place. Churches and political parties constantly intervene in the daily lives of the villagers. The conflicts that arise from these interactions are portrayed with a blend of satire and humor and noted for its blend of humor, warmth, and detailed depiction of everyday life, highlighting the impact of political and religious conflicts on ordinary people. |
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Latest revision as of 21:31, 9 December 2025
2024 novel by Benyamin
| Author | Benyamin |
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| Language | Malayalam |
| Genre | Satire, Historical fiction |
| Publisher | DC Books |
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Publication date |
2017 |
| Publication place | India |
| Media type | |
| Pages | 416 |
| ISBN | 9789386680921 |
| Preceded by | Akkapporinte Irupathu Nasrani Varshangal |
| Followed by | Manthalirile 20 Pravasa Varshangal (upcoming) |
Manthalirile Irupathu Communist Varshangal (transl. 20 communist years in Manthalir) is a Malayalam novel written by Benyamin in 2017. It serves as a continuation of his earlier work, Akkapporinte Irupathu Nasrani Varshangal and it was the second installment in the Manthalir Trilogy and the novel received the Vayalar Award, which was announced in 2021.
The novel depicts the social and political transformations in the Tiruvalla–Kozhencherry region, including the schisms within the Orthodox Christian Church and ideological shifts within the Communist Party. It explores historical events such as the Liberation Theology movement, the Emergency period, and the rise and decline of the Mannam Sugar Mill and fictionalized and satirical portrayals of prominent figures, including Ernesto Che Guevara, Patrice Lumumba, M.N. Govindan Nair, T. V. Thomas, Gowri Amma, and E. M. S. Namboodiripad, are also included in the narrative.
The author introduces the title of the third and final installment of the Manthalir Trilogy in the second book itself to captivate the readers’ attention,Titled Manthalirinte Irupathu Pravasa Varshangal, it serves as a compelling hint at the continuation of the story and building anticipation for the trilogy’s conclusion.
