“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
Thank you, Portland Book Review
Shoba’s love for her country is eloquently described. I never thought a story about a cow could be so entertaining. The Milk Lady of Bangalore is an absorbing book and readers are likely to not notice the hours flying by. This is truly an enjoyable read.
The Mercedes Benz Among Cows
Home » Leisure The Mercedes Benz Among Cows Owning a cow in India must sound like the easiest thing, until you read this hilarious new book ‘The Cows Of Bangalore: And How I Came To Own One’. [...]
40-second video trailer
Some of you might as well unfriend me now or unfollow me. This barrage will continue for a while :) Adobe Spark is very cool thought. Made this 40-second video trailer. Watch this promo of [...]
Book Likes: a reader community. Thanks.
In this charming true story about two women and the animal they share, readers are treated to an insider’s of view of India. The Milk Lady of Bangalore is also a window into our universal connection to food and its sources, the intricacies of female friendship, and our relationship to all animals.
Book Trailer
I made this promo video, which in a sense was about as hard as writing the book itself. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vl5XX3KsYhA&w=560&h=315] Click here for Vimeo and here for the Youtube version.
Washington Independent Review of Books
In The Milk Lady of Bangalore, Narayan artfully chronicles her adventures into the world of bovine divinity and shares what she’s learned about how cows are woven into the fabric of Hindu culture. This book will teach readers everything they’ve ever wanted to know about the importance of cows in Indian society.
The TNB Self Interview: very cool idea
The literary website The Nervous Breakdown is interested in having you conduct a “self-interview,” in which you answer questions you’ve always wanted to be asked but haven’t been.
Book Page's Book of the Day. Yay!
Which book lover doesn't love libraries? The idea and the reality. In India, my library visits are limited to Neev School library and all my neighborhood lending libraries-- Just Books, Bangalore Club, etc. But Book [...]
Thank you, Oprah!
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.
Real Simple magazine– thank you
I have been reading Real Simple forever. In the hopes that my life and home will become, like Marie Kondo, full of objects that give joy, or become Real Simple. So I was thrilled when a writer got in touch about my book. Thank you for the plug
In which I try to sound witty for Book Page
Thank you Alice Carey for the Q&A with me. My only regret is that I didn't, ahem, milk the whole Buffalo, New York line. I came up with Buffalo, New York as an example quite [...]
Thank you Book Riot.
JAN 26, 2018 Now that all the drama over Fire and Fury has started to subside, life in the world of nonfiction seems to be getting back to normal. This week I’ve got a couple of [...]
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Testimonials
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.”