I Am a Translation by Prof. A. C. Kharingpam is a thoughtful literary work that explores identity, language, and the deep emotional journey of being transformed across cultures through translation. The book reflects how stories, emotions, and lived experiences shift meanings when they move from one language to another, yet continue to retain their core human essence. Prof. Kharingpam uses translation not merely as a linguistic act, but as a powerful metaphor for life itself—where individuals constantly adapt, reinterpret, and redefine themselves in changing social and cultural spaces.
The book highlights the silent struggles of voices that travel across boundaries, carrying with them memories, emotions, and histories. Through rich expression and sensitive narration, the author shows how translation becomes an act of preservation as well as transformation. It bridges the gap between tradition and modernity, personal memory and collective identity.
What makes I Am a Translation special is its lyrical depth and philosophical insight. It invites readers to reflect on how language shapes thought, how cultures converse with each other, and how every human being, in some way, becomes a “translation” of their experiences. The book stands as a significant contribution to contemporary reflective literature.