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: Reflections on Home and Away
AuthorSundeep Bhutoria
LanguageEnglish
Subjectfood & travel, literature, and social issues
GenreTravel book
PublisherPan Macmillan
Publication date
2021
Publication placeIndia
Media typehardbound book
Pages256
ISBN9789390742318

Contents

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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]

Reception

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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]

References

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  1. ^ a b c d Borah, Prabalika M. (2021-07-15). "In search of everything desi". The Hindu. Retrieved 2021-10-16.
  2. ^ a b "I have always had a penchant for travelling". The New Indian Express. 2021-07-05. Retrieved 2021-10-16.
  3. ^ Seth, Analita (2021-09-21). "Must-read books recommended by Anupam Kher". Filmfare. Retrieved 2021-10-16.
  4. ^ a b "The Global Desi: Reflections on Home and Away by Sundeep Bhutoria". The Tribune India. 2021-06-20. Retrieved 2021-10-16.
  5. ^ "Mumbai Diary: Sunday Dossier". Mid-Day. 2021-06-13. Retrieved 2021-10-16.
  6. ^ a b "Singer Usha Uthup raves about Sundeep Bhutoria's book 'The Global Desi'". Telangana Today. 14 July 2021. Retrieved 2021-10-16.
  7. ^ Uthup, Usha (2021-07-04). "Book Review - A global Indian's view of the best the world has to offer…". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 2021-10-16.
  8. ^ Butalia, Romola (July 2021). "The Global Desi (Review)". Hans (in Hindi). pp. 32–33.