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Summary: A different India...
Review: This is a unique book. Racy, interesting and yet profound in some ways. Being an Indian, I have always been fascinated by how non-Indians view India. This book did not disappoint.It tells you vivid tales about spiritual India - many which even I dare not believe but can not dismiss either. Paul William Robert's account has a ring of sincerity and authenticity. Somehow we don't always realise what an interesting and unique place our country is. Things that we take to be ordinary, every-day happenings show up as unique through PWR's account. Is India really that strange? The book is difficult to put down, if you are interested or puzzled by India. And if you were born in India but live abroad, consider buying it as a gift for your children. Trust me, they will not be disappointed. This book may not show the complete picture, but it does show a very important part of the picture. That too, with honesty and some sympathy.
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Summary: A truly remarkable book!
Review: This is the third book by author Roberts which I have read, and as with his other works, it does not disappoint. He has a remarkable talent for writing about the places he visits, not only from a travelers perspective, but is also able to delve into the psychology of the peoples he writes about. His historical vignettes coupled with his ability to describe current events makes his books a joy to read. I can hardly wait for the next one on Iraq to be published.
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