This wandering odyssey through the City's pullulating backstreets and
serpentine byways reveals a Calcutta rarely glimpsed by western
travellers. Arranged as a series of journeys on foot through the older
quarters of the City seldom trod by outsiders, the narrative chronicles
the topography, social and historical background and the vibrant street
life and characters which give Calcutta its uniqueness. Complete with
detailed directions and street maps for the areas explored, the book
provides a storehouse of indispensable information for the intrepid
traveller.