In Light of India
by Octavio Paz
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interesting book, though i didn't finish it (had to return it to the libes).
he gives his perspective as an ambassador from a former colony (mexico) to a much more recently liberated colony. learned a ton about india, both its history and what it was like back in the 50s and 60s. (i hope his info was accurate! i am always a bit suss about people commenting on cultures that are not their own, though of course, in this book, that is the point.)
he had a truly fascinating take on culture in gener...more
he gives his perspective as an ambassador from a former colony (mexico) to a much more recently liberated colony. learned a ton about india, both its history and what it was like back in the 50s and 60s. (i hope his info was accurate! i am always a bit suss about people commenting on cultures that are not their own, though of course, in this book, that is the point.)
he had a truly fascinating take on culture in gener...more
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Read in August, 2007
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This book is amazing. Reading about India in the words of Octavio Paz has been a truly different kind of experience for me. His constant references to Mexico and Mesoamerican civilization draw some really interesting comparisons and revelations. His perspective on India is so completely fascinating and unique, I couldn't put this book down. Additionally, the way he writes is just pure art. I need to read some other things by him.
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Read in August, 2000
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India lovers and Paz lovers
Octavio Paz lived in India on two separate occassions - representing the Govt of Mexico - and was an India lover. A lover and keen observer of its history, poetry, religion, food, etc - Paz' book is a collection of essays on India. Beautiful book - my favorite is the one where he compares and contrasts Indian food and Mexican food.
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Read in October, 2007
Great book. Especially learned alot from Paz's insightful comparisons between Hindu and Islamic philosophy and culture, Hinduism and Christianity, as well as between India and Mexico.
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