Who is the author of the book, 'Walking with the Comrades'?

"Walking with the Comrades" is a non-fiction book authored by Indian writer and activist Arundhati Roy. Published in 2011, the book offers an eyewitness account of the Naxalite-Maoist insurgency in India. It details Roy's experiences living with Naxalite guerrillas in the forests of Chhattisgarh, providing insights into their struggles and perspectives. Roy critiques India's counter-insurgency operations, suggesting they serve corporate interests rather than addressing the needs of indigenous populations.