Grand Delusions: A Short Biography of Kolkata
Author: Indrajit Hazra
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About This BookIndrajit Hazra’s exploration of Kolkata—once Calcutta, headquarters of the Raj—goes far beyond the expected stories about a metropolis that has been mined for its clichés by a long line of writers, artists, grumblers and tellers of tall tales. He takes us to the eccentric paras (neighbourhoods) and clubs of the north and the south; past buildings crumbling silently into spectacular ruins; deep inside Park Street’s iconic restaurants and watering holes; through roads choked by political rallies; to rundown cinema halls haunted by lonely men; and into the lairs of soothsayers and tantric love gurus. Part personal essay, part documentary, part cultural history, Grand Delusions is utterly distinctive and full of surprises. Both intimate and provocative, it shines new light on a great and fascinating city. ‘As someone whose formative years were spent in Kolkata, I read Indrajit Hazra’s book with keen interest—and delight. He conveys his deep knowledge of Kolkata’s history and culture with style and wit, deftly capturing the city’s glories and disenchantments, its ironies and its anxieties. The personal and the political are beautifully blended. I thought I knew Kolkata very well—now, after reading Hazra, I shall visit it afresh with new eyes, and greater understanding.’— Ramachandra Guha Read moreBook DetailsAuthor: Indrajit HazraPublisher: Aleph Book Company (1 December 2013)Format: Hardcover – Unabridged, 1 December 2013Language: EnglishPages: 156ISBN: 978-9382277286Dimensions: 20.3 x 25.4 x 4.7 cmWeight: 40 g
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- General / Adult
- Language & Format
- English • Hardcover – Unabridged, 1 December 2013
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- Aleph Book Company (1 December 2013)
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What is this book about?
About This BookIndrajit Hazra’s exploration of Kolkata—once Calcutta, headquarters of the Raj—goes far beyond the expected stories about a metropolis that has been mined for its clichés by a long line of writers, artists, grumblers and tellers of tall tales. He takes us to the eccentric paras...
Who should read this book?
Recommended for readers who enjoy Summer Read and are looking for genuine, well-crafted literature by Indrajit Hazra.
Why Readers Pick This Edition
- You’ll love this if you enjoy cities told as living, breathing characters. Indrajit Hazra takes you beyond tired clichés to the strange, intimate, and often unsettling corners of Kolkata—its crumbling buildings, obsessive clubs, political chaos, and quiet loneliness. Written with wit and sharp observation, it feels both personal and panoramic. It’s a thoughtful, pocket-friendly read that rewards curiosity and leaves you seeing Kolkata, and urban life itself, in a completely new light.
- Published by Aleph Book Company (1 December 2013).
- Language: English.
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About This BookIndrajit Hazra’s exploration of Kolkata—once Calcutta, headquarters of the Raj—goes far beyond the expected stories about a metropolis that has been mined for its clichés by a long line of writers, artists, grumblers and tellers of tall tales. He takes us to the eccentric paras (neighbourhoods) and clubs of the north and the south; past buildings crumbling silently into spectacular ruins; deep inside Park Street’s iconic restaurants and watering holes; through roads choked by political rallies; to rundown cinema halls haunted by lonely men; and into the lairs of soothsayers and tantric love gurus. Part personal essay, part documentary, part cultural history, Grand Delusions...
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