By Philippe Falisse and
Sammy !
A dig into the Belgian presence in India since the 18th century, this book aims at entertaining and arousing the curiosity and interest of the reader by presenting a true story of Belgian splendour and commitment in India.
Philippe Falisse, MA in Philosophy, spent 40 years in India. After studying the Bengali language and literature as well as Music at the Rabindra Bharati University, Kolkata, he worked at the Embassy of Belgium in New Delhi as cultural attaché for thirty years.
Le mot qui brisa un empire
A play on Gandhi’s Inlive byhe has Partap Sharma Belgium, also been honoured with the titles of “Knight
It brings to life among others the achievements of the Ostend East-India Company, the influence of Belgian glass and Flemish Painters in the Indian sub-continent. It also acquaints the reader with Belgian personalities whose enthusiasm and dedication should always be remembered.
of the Crown Order” and “Officer of the Crown Order”.
Le mot qui brisa un empire
“Most eagerly awaited play, a wonderful production.”
“Wonderful. Even more enriching to see the play a second time.”
Deepa Gahlot, The Times of India, Mumbai
Amit Roy, The Telegraph, London
“Outstanding.Winner of four awards for excellence in theatre, including Most Original Script, Sammy is by far the most interesting, comprehensive, dramatic work on Gandhi. A great play!”
“Standing ovations in Sydney. Partap Sharma’s latest play on Gandhi’s life premieres to packed houses in Australia. Award-winning play…”
Peter Ruhe, Gandhi Serve, Berlin
“Outstanding portrait of Gandhi. Epic treatment in this tremendous touring production.” Richard Mays, Manawatu Standard, New Zealand
“Mahatma must-see! Excellent script. Insightful and enriching.”
30th of September / 5:30 pm Embassy of India (Brussels) 217 Chaussée de Vleurgat - Brussel 1050 Bruxelles
ISBN:978-2-930358-51-2
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Lee Tse Ling, The Star, Kuala Lumpur
Ians, Australia
“A fascinating account of how the real man Mohan Das became a Mahatma. Among the best scenes are those showing Gandhi’s relationship with his beautiful young wife Kasturba. ‘Don’t make your public speeches to me,’ she chastises when ordered to wash a bowl of Untouchable’s urine, reminding us just how radical Gandhi’s belief in the abolition of castes is still.” Guardian, UK
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