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Around India in 80 Trains
One of the Independent's Top 10 Books about India
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Around India in 80 Trains
Crackles and sparks with life like exploding Diwali fireworks. - William Dalrymple
Monisha Rajesh turns to a map of the Indian Railways and takes a page out of Jules Verne's classic tale, embarking on an adventure around India in 80 trains.
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'Crackles and sparks with life like an exploding box of Diwali fireworks' - William Dalrymple
'One can only envy Monisha Rajesh as she embarks on this epic journey' - Tim Parks
When she was a child, Monisha Rajesh's family uprooted to Madras in the hope of making India their home, but soon returned to England with a bitter taste in their mouths. Two decades on, Monisha turns to a map of the Indian Railways and takes a page out of Jules Verne's classic tale, embarking on an adventure around India in 80 trains, covering 40,000 km - the circumference of the Earth.
Her journey takes her on toy trains, luxury trains, Mumbai's infamous commuter trains and even a hospital on wheels. Along the way she meets a kaleidoscope of characters and discovers why the railways are considered the lifeline that keeps the country's heart beating. Most of all, she hopes that these 80 train journeys will lift the veil on a country that has become a stranger to her.
Around India in 80 Trains offers a unique perspective on the vast and diverse landscape of Indian railways, filled with engaging encounters and heartfelt moments.
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Around India in 80 Trains by Monisha Rajesh is praised for its witty and insightful narration, capturing the vibrancy of India's railways with humour and a keen eye. Reviewers commend Rajesh's engaging storytelling, depicting a journey that offers both introspection and cultural exploration. This travelogue promises laughter and vivid character portrayals, making it a delightful read for train and travel enthusiasts alike, reminiscent of the experiences in Wes Anderson's film The Darjeeling Limited.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781857886443
Publisher: John Murray Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 06 October 2016
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Nicholas Brealey Publishing
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 200g
Pages: 272
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About the Author
Monisha Rajesh is a British journalist at The Week UK. After graduating with a postgraduate diploma from City University's journalism school she has worked as an arts and travel writer.
In 2006 she was nominated for the PTC New Consumer Monthly Journalist of the Year and has written for The Guardian, The Daily Telegraph, The Times, The New York Times and TIME magazine.Also by Monisha Rajesh
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