Archive · 6 Sep 2025
Ponnu Elizabeth Mathew's Novel Explores Names, Choices, and Caste
A new book called 'The Remnants of Rebellion' is about a woman named Aleyamma who inherits a house in Kerala.
The story is about her memories of her grandfather, Eesho, and how she remembers the past.
The book touches on the impact of caste.
The author shows how some people treat others differently because of their social class.
The book tells the story through the people, places and the choices they make.
The author demonstrates two different types of people: those who support caste and those who don't.
The story shows what can happen when people stand up against such discrimination.
Ponnu Elizabeth Mathew's debut novel is titled 'The Remnants of Rebellion'.
The story follows Aleyamma and her experiences in Puthuloor, Kerala.
The novel explores themes of memory, place, and individual choices.
The story contrasts historical settings with personal experiences.
The book highlights caste dynamics and the choice between supporting or rejecting them.
- Who
- Aleyamma and Eesho's family.
- What
- A novel exploring themes of memory, caste, and choices through the lives of characters.
- When
- The novel opens as Aleyamma moves to Eastman estate.
- Where
- Puthuloor, Kerala, and other locations including Niranam, Trivandrum, and Chennai.
- Why
- The novel explores how memories, names and choices shape the characters' lives, particularly focusing on the effects of caste.
- Author
- Ponnu Elizabeth Mathew
- Novel Title
- The Remnants of Rebellion
- Setting
- Puthuloor, Kerala
- Main Character
- Aleyamma
- Themes
- Names, places, and choices