There are books that get you hooked before you finish first couple of pages. And there are others that don’t, but changes the first impression gradually if you keep reading. I place this book ‘In the Hot Unconscious’ by Charles Foster in the second category. I was reluctant to continue reading the book even before reaching first page – right at the paragraph where Charles Foster mentions this book as a religious book! (personally I keep away from this genre of books). But I wanted to continue for two particular reasons, one to get back to my reading routine and second, a more important one – I wanted to read about India from the eyes of a foreigner. Glad I did not put down the book. Along his journey across India, Charles Foster takes the readers along with him as he narrates his experiences and perceptions about India.

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