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Marked by Scars, Forged by Time

Name: Marked by Scars, Forged by Time
Brand: Karthi Mathavan
Price: 44.75 AUD

Life Lessons Learnt Through Conflicts and Culture

By: Karthi Mathavan

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Paperback | 1 May 2026

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272 Pages

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20.32 x 12.7 x 1.88

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Have you ever felt scared or unsure of your footing? Does life constantly throw challenges your way? Do you feel unable to take the next step?

These defining life events can bring out the best in you. Life challenges prepare you to become a better version of yourself. Are you game enough to let it?

In Marked by Scars, Forged by Time, author Karthi Mathavan walks through the darkest times of her life as a child growing up during a civil war in Sri Lanka, before moving to New Zealand and Australia and navigating through cultural barriers.

A Story of Growth - how hardship leaves wounds and wisdom

A Reflection on Identity - how war, cultural expectations and personal challenges define us

A Journey Through History - how time forges meaning into past struggles

In Marked by Scars, Forged by Time, Karthi finds peace. By sharing these moments, she hopes to inspire others to embrace their footings and rediscover their worth.

"This book became more than just a story; it felt like a toolkit for anyone navigating tough moments, needing to reset, breathe, stay calm, and remember their worth."

- Camilla Clark

"Few books manage to transcend age, but this memoir does so effortlessly. At 18, I found myself deeply moved and educated in ways I never expected. To skip this memoir is to miss something truly rare, and I can guarantee it will stay with you long after you turn the final page."

- Dinita Ramanan

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