The Holy Cow And Other Indian Stories
by Tarun Chopra
Explore India's captivating traditions through stories and pictures in this insightful book. Delve into the worship of cows, the Taj Mahal's marble romance, Varanasi's sacred Ghats, and Khajuraho's erotic temples. Crafted from a decade of sharing India's diverse wonders with travelers, it reveals the historical, religious, and societal heart of a land full of surprises.
About This Book
This book, crafted over nearly a decade, draws from the author's experiences sharing India's essence with global travelers. Returning from Spain in 1982, the author turned a knowledge of Spanish into a bridge for unveiling the diverse wonders of his homeland.
India reveals itself as a thousand varied landscapes and traditions, each discovery fueling an ongoing quest. Simple questions from visitors highlight the baffling, amusing, horrifying, and attractive elements that define this rich melange.
Rooted in India's tradition of knowledge through parables and stories, the book uses narratives and images to explore historical traditions, religious customs, and societal structures.
Whether pondering the worship of cows, the romantic marble of the Taj Mahal, the spiritual significance of cremation on Varanasi's Ghats, or the erotic art of Khajuraho's temples, these tales provide insightful answers.
For deeper inquiries, the journey into India's complexities invites further exploration and questions.
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