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WHERE ELEPHANTS DANCED AND DRAGONS FLEW: TRAVELS ACROSS SEVEN ASIAN NATIONS by Rajesh Talwar
5.0
This was so interesting
Where Elephants Danced and Dragons Flew: Travels Across Seven Asian Nations by Rajesh Talwar is a captivating collection of nine essays that takes readers on a mesmerizing journey through Asia. Through vivid storytelling, Rajesh Talwar offers a unique perspective on the diverse cultures, landscapes, and people of the region.
The author's exploration of Vietnam's Ha Long Bay and Hanoi, Cambodia's haunting Killing Fields, and the magnificent Angkor Wat temples in Cambodia provides a rich tapestry of experiences. Rajesh Talwar's encounters in Singapore and Hong Kong shed light on societal nuances, while his adventures in Tokyo reveal the fascinating intersection of English and Japanese cultures.
In modern-day Bali, amidst tourism's influence, the author unearths echoes of ancient India. The book culminates in China, with visits to the Great Wall and the Ming tombs, highlighting the thirst for spirituality among young people.
Rajesh Talwar's engaging conversations with locals from all walks of life make this travelogue a compelling and insightful read, offering a deeper understanding of these Asian nations.
Where Elephants Danced and Dragons Flew: Travels Across Seven Asian Nations by Rajesh Talwar is a captivating collection of nine essays that takes readers on a mesmerizing journey through Asia. Through vivid storytelling, Rajesh Talwar offers a unique perspective on the diverse cultures, landscapes, and people of the region.
The author's exploration of Vietnam's Ha Long Bay and Hanoi, Cambodia's haunting Killing Fields, and the magnificent Angkor Wat temples in Cambodia provides a rich tapestry of experiences. Rajesh Talwar's encounters in Singapore and Hong Kong shed light on societal nuances, while his adventures in Tokyo reveal the fascinating intersection of English and Japanese cultures.
In modern-day Bali, amidst tourism's influence, the author unearths echoes of ancient India. The book culminates in China, with visits to the Great Wall and the Ming tombs, highlighting the thirst for spirituality among young people.
Rajesh Talwar's engaging conversations with locals from all walks of life make this travelogue a compelling and insightful read, offering a deeper understanding of these Asian nations.