The title Cheraman Kadhali is also the name of a literary work attributed to the Chera prince/king Kulasekhara Alwar, one of the twelve Alvars (saint poets). Kalki uses this historical fact as the seed for his novel.
Resources like the National Digital Library of India (NDLI) or Project Madurai occasionally archive classic texts for educational purposes. Cheraman Kadhali Pdf
It explores the mental battles and philosophical dilemmas faced by the leader. The Legacy of the Novel and Author The title Cheraman Kadhali is also the name