In Light of India

by Octavio Paz
In Light of India  
published April 1st 1998 by Harvest Books
binding Paperback
isbn 0156005786   (isbn13: 9780156005784)
pages 224
description Uncertainty stalks Octavio Paz. In Light of India is Paz's return to issues addressed in his poems of India that were inspired by his residence...more
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12-18-06



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Olivia
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07/10/07

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
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sonia
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recommends it for: anyone
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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06/07/07

Read in August, 2000
recommends it for: 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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Brendan
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10/28/07

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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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Diana
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05/07/07

Read in October, 2007
Oh dear Octavio:
You are unique.
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book data (includes all editions)

avg rating (all editions): 3.98 (66 ratings)
avg rating (this edition): 4.00 (64 ratings)
number of reviews: 6






other editions

Vislumbres de la India (Biblioteca breve)
Im Lichte Indiens. (Hardcover)
In the Light of India (Paperback)