A Kite of Far ewells : Stories from Nagaland

by O. Jungio

A Kite of Farewells is a poignant—and, at times, absurd—anthology of departure. Each story within these pages is tethered to an object that bears silent witness to the lives that once brushed against its form.
As you turn these pages, you will encounter stories that weave the threads of loss, each narrative a delicate strand in the fabric of existence. The objects—mute spectators to human sorrow—become the vessels of collective grief, the repositories of the most intimate of farewells. These stories are like the eponymous kite, soaring high, carrying with it memories and goodbyes, perhaps symbolizing the soul’s journey or the act of releasing emotions and memories into the sky.
This collection invites you to explore the depth of human connections and the artefacts that become the legacy of those connections. It is a testament to the enduring power of memory and the resilience of the human spirit in finding beauty even in the face of absence.

157 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 10, 2025

Reviews

[sonali saini · Rating 5 out of 5]

The stories presented in this anthology are anchored in Nagaland, offering a window into the region's daily existence, as well as its traditional practices and mythological narratives. Each tale is bound to an object that silently attests to the lives it has intersected. As one reads from one page into the next, one encounters stories that skillfully weave together strands of loss, with each narrative functioning as a delicate thread in the rich tapestry of existence. The objects, mute witnesses to human anguish, become vessels for collective sorrow, repositories for the most intimate of farewells. These stories, much like the titular kite, soar to great heights, conveying memories and goodbyes, potentially symbolizing the soul's journey or the act of releasing emotions and memories into forever.
A thoroughly enjoyable and touching read ..