Books worth your time.

Decentering Subaltern by Indukuri John Mohan Razu

by Indukuri John Mohan Razu · Omega Book World, Bangalore · 2026 Topic tag: Caste & society

Razu examines the lives of India's subaltern communities (Dalits, Adivasis and the marginalized) through caste, history, economics and governance. Dr. Manokaran commends it as a good introduction to subaltern issues, while questioning its view of salvation and its silence on the Church's spiritual resources for transformation.

“Unless the caste system is dismantled, an egalitarian, just, humane, and inclusive society is not possible.”

A Shudra Life by Kancha Ilaiah Shepherd

by Kancha Ilaiah Shepherd · Southside Books, Hyderabad · 2026

Kancha Ilaiah Shepherd's autobiography traces his journey from a shepherd family in a Telangana village to a university classroom, and the caste system that stood in the way. Dr. Manokaran finds it a remarkable journey worth reading for all who love India and its people.

“The story of an individual is also the story of a society.”

Humans First, Machines Second by Vineet Nayar

by Vineet Nayar · Penguin Business, Gurugram · 2026

Vineet Nayar argues that in the age of AI, people remain the real advantage: creativity, judgement, ethics and humility that no machine can supply. Dr. Manokaran commends it to anyone intimidated or hypnotized by AI.

“AI should not replace thought but provoke it.”

Christian Faith in the Age of AI: Why Discernment, Formation, and Mission Matter Now

Dr. Manokaran’s newest review looks at a timely question: how believers practise discernment, pursue spiritual formation and stay on mission as artificial intelligence reshapes everyday life.

The Nicene Creed Celebrating 1700 years of Enduring Faith and Legacy by Samuel Thambusamy

by Samuel Thambusamy · ThinkFutureTense · 2025

Thambusamy explains the Council of Nicaea and how the creed became a foundation of orthodox faith, and corrects five popular myths about it, including that the council chose the books of the Bible.

“All Christians, especially the youngsters should read this book.”

Hitting the Ball You Cannot See by Jurie Kriel

by Jurie Kriel · NXTMOVE, Austin, Texas · 2025

Kriel argues that digital change is reshaping how people live and relate, so the Church must anticipate the future rather than merely react to it. Dr. Manokaran reads it as a prophetic call to involve younger generations and approach mission with agility.

“Raise Leaders. Reach Generations.”