TODAY: Lusophone Goa book release, Feb 5, 2026. 5.30 pm at XCHR

[Frederick Noronha]

Dear all: Just sharing the table-of-contents of a book being released at Alto Porvorim later today. See attachment. The function, at the Xavier Centre of Historical Research, is open to all.  FN

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[Helga do Rosario Gomes]

I would have loved to attend the launch of this book with a topic close to my heart. In fact Dilip Chico's "English Schools, Portuguese Homes and Konkani Streets' resonated the most with me. I like to (very boastfully) say that ours is the last generation that can switch between these 3 languages so seamlessly, a very rare feat globally. 

It's truly commendable that this young man, Ahren, who I just learned is Fredrick and Pamela's son, took on this humongous topic and edited and produced a book of no less than 45 articles spanning a spectrum of topics and people. No 27 is missing its author. 

While the actual Portuguese language seems to be disappearing there are other aspects that seem to have been revived and made it more democratic. Food, music and even the decor of houses.

 At the Vem Cantar competition, the enthusiasm of young Goans from schools all over the state to sing in a language they are not familiar with and to sing so well brought me great joy. My favorites were young boys from Don Bosco school who introduced me to a great Portuguese song : Pôr do sol".

It would be great if Ahren turned this book into a podcast and showcased the writers' views, ideas and reflections so they just aren't trapped in a book but brought to life in all their myriad accents, opinions and even their small annoyances.

Good luck, Ahren will surely buy your book when I am in Goa next!

Best,

Helga

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[Frederick Noronha]

Lusophone Goa launch (video)

https://youtu.be/IUqsd0TI3FM

Lusophone Goa launch (audio only)
https://youtu.be/_jkuV8U8xjg

Music prior to the event
https://youtu.be/CXSTFsfhAyQ