This is Salvaged

Vauhini Vara’s "This Is Salvaged" delves into the complexities of human connection through a series of vivid and poignant stories, exploring themes of intimacy, memory, and self-discovery. Featuring characters ranging from a young girl reading to her ailing neighbor to an artist building a biblical ark, the collection examines how individuals seek meaning and closeness in a world marked by estrangement and turbulence.