Dalrymple, William
The Age of Kali: Travels and Encounters in India
- ISBN 13:
- 9780006547754
- author:
- Dalrymple, William
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Flamingo
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1999
- Pages:
- 356
- Genre:
- Travel writing
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
William Dalrymple's 'The Age of Kali' is a collection of remarkable essays that explore the complexities of modern India. Spanning a range of subjects, from guerrilla warfare to high-society gatherings, the book offers a unique glimpse into the country's diverse culture and politics. Through his encounters with a wide range of characters, from politicians to terrorists, Dalrymple sheds light on the contradictions and paradoxes of contemporary India. He delves into the country's troubled past, including caste massacres and the worship of the goddess Parashakti, and examines the tensions between tradition and modernity. This fourth volume from Dalrymple, author of 'In Xanadu', 'City of Djinns' and 'From the Holy Mountain', is a fascinating and thought-provoking exploration of India's complex and often contradictory nature.
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