“An absolute joy to read.
Through her close encounters with the bovine kind, Narayan shows how Indian traditions are incorporated into her contemporary way of life.”—Library Journal, starred review.
“Sincere and laugh-out-loud funny . . .
Narayan’s rich and evocative writing transports readers to the busy streets of Bangalore and a fully formed picture of modern India.”—Kirkus Reviews
“Filled with the vivid colors, sights, and sounds
of a vibrant and ancient culture, Narayan’s in-depth treatment of cow mythology is a beautiful ode to her motherland.”—Booklist
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Reviews and Articles
Sunlight Press- I love your work, thanks!
I love this interview for many reasons. I love literary journals and Sunlight Press carries such nuanced essays, poems and interviews. Just lovely.
Thank you for the lovely piece
Out of all the things an #author can write about #Bangalore, @ShobaNarayan decided to title her non-fiction book, 'The Cows of Bangalore'. We were just as curious as you and asked her why. Here's what she had to say -
Thank you, The Hindu Bangalore.
Thank you Harshini Vakkalanka for this lovely piece here The moo factor Harshini Vakkalanka APRIL 16, 2018 00:00 IST UPDATED: APRIL 16, 2018 04:32 IST SHARE ARTICL Four-legged wisdom The cow is a great metaphor to explain [...]
Thank you for the review, Times of India.
Narayan’s narrative skills are supreme. From a reluctant believer in the virtues of udder milk compared with packet milk to consecrating her new flat with freshly laid cow dung to buying a cow as a spiritual and religious act, and then donating it, Narayan walks the whole hog with the cow—although not with the desi cow, but a Holstein-Friesian version.
Thank you, Chennai edition of The Hindu
Shoba Narayan’s friendship with Sarala, the milk woman, leads to the writing of a tale replete with wisecracks, wry observations and warm memories
Thank you, The Hindu.
REVIEWS The Cows of Bangalore: And How I Came to Own One review: Bovine happiness Uma Mahadevan-Dasgupta MARCH 31, 2018 19:45 IST UPDATED: MARCH 31, 2018 17:54 IST The Cows of Bangalore: And How I Came [...]
Thank you Deccan Chronicle
Author Shoba Narayan explores the stories, mythological tales, genetic history, cultural beliefs and rituals associated with the cow in her book.
Thank you, Chennai Express
Saturday, March, 31, 2018 Home Life Style Books It’s not just Moo point By Thushara Ann Mathew | Express News Service | Published: 28th March 2018 10:31 PM | Last Updated: 29th March 2018 01:53 PM | A+A A- | Photos: P Jawahar CHENNAI: As I entered the [...]
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How to buy a cow…and other stories
The book is about — and owes its existence to — the generosity of spirit and the eloquence of its protagonist.
Thank you, Khabar of Atlanta & Khaas Baat of Florida.
Khabar Magazine, a publication for the Indian-American community in Atlanta, Georgia, featured my book below. Khabar Magazine, Georgia. Hi Shoba, I also received a print version of Khaas Baat, a newspaper in Florida serving the Indian American community [...]
Such a lovely review. Thank you, Pop Matters
I love the bits where she talks quotes the late great William Zinsser whose classic "On Writing Well," ought to be read once a year... or once a month.
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Testimonials
Udderly delightful. A herd of often funny and always fascinating bovine adventures . . . There’s plenty of heart and soul in this book as Narayan takes readers on a unique tour of her Indian neighborhood, where there’s never a dull moment.”
Bookpage
“Sincere and laugh-out-loud funny . . . Narayan’s rich and evocative writing transports readers to the busy streets of Bangalore and a fully formed picture of modern India.”
Kirkus Reviews
Joyful…. Although readers may find [Narayan’s] analysis of Indian society illuminating and enjoy her breakdown of what makes a white, red, gold or smoke-colored cow worth appreciating, the real reason you’ll love this book is the author herself: a woman so curious, funny and self-deprecating that she is able to show us—delightfully—how the past informs our future.”
Kerri Arsenault, Oprah.com
Lovely, light-hearted…. a journey through cultural mores and female friendship, as well as a look at the spiritual and historical part that cows play in India; an easy read that you can’t help but love.”
Refinery29
An absolute joy to read!
Through her close encounters with the bovine kind, Narayan shows how Indian traditions are incorporated into her contemporary way of life.”
A delight
“Anyone with the slightest interest in India or cows will find Narayan’s memoir, with its myriad insights, a delight.”
A Unique View
When a personal memoir like this one comes along, and it eschews high drama for gentle humor, dives deep into socio-cultural history, and presents slices of contemporary life as constant sources of everyday wonder, it’s a refreshing welcome . . . Narayan’s integrity of intention shines through so clearly and beautifully that it’s all too easy to take this journey with her.”