Editor's Note:
Historically, all freedoms have been in constant danger. Poached upon by political inquistors and self-appointed wardens of morality. Yet, even as they claimed their victims, these bayonets of repression stirred the most powerful revolts among groups and individuals. In scrutiny here, is the spirit of freedom. That which has been stolen, that which has been wrested out of these pirates of our social order: Freedom of expression, artistic and intellectual freedom. And freedom from oppression, from the State, religion and patriarchy...

Bina Sarkar Ellias
Editor