Sacred Cows and Chicken Manchurian

Name: Sacred Cows and Chicken Manchurian
ISBN: 9780295747880

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2020256 pagesUniversity of Washington Press

This book examines the complex relationship between food, culture, and identity in contemporary India, focusing on the contentious issue of beef consumption. Through extensive ethnographic research, it explores the daily lives of cattle owners, butchers, and meat-eaters in South India. The authors navigate the charged political climate, offering a nuanced perspective that moves beyond simplistic binaries to reveal how ordinary people grapple with the evolving definition of 'Indianness' in the 21st century.

Avg. reading time: 4h 51m
Prose complexity: 10/10

Informative Reflective Complex Intellectual

James Staples

James Staples writes non-fiction exploring culture, society, and global issues. His works include Sacred Cows and Chicken Manchurian, Extraordinary Encounters, and Livelihoods at the Margins, alongside his studies on art and aesthetics.

K. Sivaramakrishnan

K. Sivaramakrishnan writes on environmental and cultural topics, including books like "Sacred Cows and Chicken Manchurian," "Crafting a Tibetan Terroir," and "The earth's blanket." His work offers perspectives on ecology, society, and the relationship between humans and their environment.

Politics & Society Sociology Religion Food