Author Sujeev Shakya’s new book, Arthat Arthatantra, which chronicles the ups and downs of Nepal’s economy spanning from medieval times to today, is slated to release next week.

The book, according to its publishers, offers an analytical comment on Nepal’s economic history and current financial trends. The book was written in association with Maina Dhital.

Shakya is an economic expert and a columnist. He is also the incumbent chair of Nepal’s Economic Forum.

Speaking about the book, Shakya, who primarily writes in English, said that he now aims to reach out to the Nepali readership base. “This is my first book in Nepali and I am excited to reach the Nepali readership domain,” he said.

Arthat Arthatantra will hit the shelves on May 12.