American Khichdi

Author: Sunil Lala
Publisher: Macmillan
Year: 2009
Language: English
Pages: 111
ISBN/UPC (if available): 0230637450

Description

American Khichdi by Sunil Lala is a lively commentary on Indian and American cultures. The author boldly addresses and carefully dissects a wide range of issues confronting contemporary Indians. This well-written book is truly a khichdi - wonderful hodgepodge of feelings, a dizzying jumble of beliefs, and a fascinating assortment of contrasting ideas.

Vividly capturing the dichotomy and idiosyncrasies of life as a quintessential desi, Sunil Lala speaks with a resounding and intelligent voice. With humor and heart and an edgy wit, he takes no prisoners as he zeroes in on the foibles and quirks of Americans, Indians, and NRIs in this stunning debut.

COMMENTS

A delightful cocktail of satire, wit & humor. A heady concoction
- Khushwant Singh

Contents

The Premise
Tryst with Destiny
The heat Wave
An NRI’s Dilemma
Ready to Tango?
The Ball Game
The Toyota Syndrome
The Big Day
Confessions of an NRI
Dear Doctor Sahib
Sholay Redux
Born Free
Birth of an ABCD
Death in an Alien Land