Hisila — From Revolutionary to First Lady
Author- Hisila Yami
Language- English
Genre- Autobiography, Memoir
Synopsis- Hisila Yami is a former lawmaker, a three-time minister, and one of the politburo members during the people’s war.
More than an autobiography this book is a source to know about the historical events of the country; the People’s War, the Establishment of the Republican state, the royal massacre, and alike! Recalling the events wearing her shoes, the book shows us the country’s black days and the days of liberation. Through this book, she fearlessly critiques the interparty conflicts, venomous allegations, differences in ideology within the same party, and women’s stance in People’s war and politics. Along with talking about her journey in gaining political awareness, being imprisoned and politburo of Peoples war she writes about falling in love with a fellow politician and her experience as a first lady. This book led me to explore more on the political ideology.
At the end of the day, women throughout the world, no matter how powerful they are, are like the statue of liberty; liberated with her hand stretched out but claimed to the earth just like her feet are, which most people hardly notice.
One honest critique I felt this book is easy to read in terms of way of narrating (though the political terms and ideology are honestly difficult to grasp being a first-time reader) and at some point a surface glance at some of the major political incidents. The author could have further written about how she felt about the People’s War: her major life event what she has expected, and what the outcome was.
Overall I believe this book is a pathway for me to explore more in the political domain. I truly recommend this book to one willing to know about the history of Nepali Politics during the People’s War and get an insight into a political ideology. A book like this is a great place to know about what it’s like to be actually into the politics, backstage scenes, truth to the malicious gossip, and women’s stance.
No matter how many revolutions come and go. The poor, oppressed, and the women are the last to be liberated. Hence, women must strive for continuous liberation until they are fully liberated.