Raghu Karnad

About the Author

Raghu Karnad is an acclaimed Indian author and journalist whose work delves into the intricate layers of history, memory, and identity. Born in Bangalore and educated at the University of Oxford, Karnad brings a sharp, narrative-driven lens to overlooked stories from India's past. His debut book, Farthest Field: An Indian Story of the Second World War, masterfully reconstructs the lives of three family members caught in the tumult of global conflict, blending personal diaries, letters, and archival research into a poignant exploration of sacrifice and forgotten heroism. A former editor at Tehelka magazine, Karnad's writing has appeared in outlets like The New Yorker and Granta, earning him the Windham-Campbell Prize for his innovative nonfiction. He continues to illuminate the shadows of colonial legacies through his evocative prose.