I Know the Psychology of Rats

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By Saeed Mirza

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I Know the Psychology of Rats is a heartfelt memoir by Saeed Mirza, capturing the life and spirit of his close friend Kundan Shah. The book explores Kundan's unique blend of humour, absurdity, and insight as he sought to decipher the complexities of the world. From their first meeting at Film School in Pune in 1973 to their deep and enduring friendship, Saeed shares an intimate portrait of a passionate Indian and global citizen whose creativity left a lasting mark.
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This memoir will resonate with readers interested in personal stories of friendship, Indian cinema, and the power of humour to confront social realities. It suits those who appreciate reflective biographies that celebrate artistic spirit and cultural commentary.

“I hope the reader will find the book interesting because there is a story in it . . . Of a deeply passionate Indian and world citizen. The one who, in 1987, said: ‘I know the psychology of rats.’ Kundan Shah died on 7 October 2017.”

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Why am I writing this book? I do not know if all of this will make sense to my readers, but I have to get this off my chest. I must present this incredibly wonderful, crazy, and vulnerable friend of mine to the world. Because he deserves it, and I firmly believe he had not 'lost it'.

I hope the reader will find the book interesting because there is a story in it. A story of a deeply passionate Indian and world citizen. A citizen who, by using humour, the absurd, and the grotesque, attempted to unravel our times and the world we had inherited.

I first met him at the Film School in Pune in 1973. He would become my friend, partner, and finally close confidante. His name was Kundan Shah. He was the one who, in 1987, said: I know the psychology of rats. Kundan Shah died on 7 October 2017.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9788195639205

Publisher: Tulika Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2023

Country: India

Imprint: Tulika Books

Illustration: Fully color Illustrated

Contributors:

Illustrated by Nachiket Patwardhan

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 160

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About the Author

Saeed Mirza, author and filmmaker, is a pioneer of the ‘New Wave’ progressive cinema in India. All his films have won major awards, including the National Film Awards. He is the director of the popular television serials Nukkad and Intezaar, as well as several documentary films on social welfare and cultural activism.

Nachiket Patwardhan, architect, artist and filmmaker, has been illustrating books since 1971.