Author | Sundeep Bhutoria |
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Language | English |
Subject | food & travel, literature, and social issues |
Genre | Travel book |
Publisher | Pan Macmillan |
Publication date | 2021 |
Publication place | India |
Media type | hardbound book |
Pages | 256 |
ISBN | 9789390742318 |
The Global Desi: Reflections on Home and Away is a book by Indian author and culturist Sundeep Bhutoria. It was published by Pan Macmillan in 2021.[1][2] The book covers the author's travel memories, and describes his experiences of Indian food in the cities he visited, following the author's encounters with the people of various countries — from Norway to Chile, and from Brazil to Rome.[1][3] Originally published as columns in various newspapers, the contents of the book are divided into three topics — food & travel, literature and social issues.[4]
The Global Desi is a compilation of Sundeep Bhutoria's memoirs. It gives an account of his travels in abroad.[1] It mainly focuses on three topics travel, literature and social issues.[5][2] In the book, author has tried to connect with people of Indian origin (PIO) in the courtiers he visited.[1] The foreword of the book has been written by Usha Uthup.[6]
Usha Uthup said that the book "is not just a compelling account of what Sundeep stands for; it is also a celebration of the values that make our culture one of the oldest and most glorious cultures known to humankind".[7][6] The Tribune wrote: "some of the pieces [of the book] might have been written years ago, but have a quality of timelessness about them".[4] Writer Romola Butalia praised the book for its 'colorful depiction' and 'engaging account' of Indian culture.[8]