The Cooking of Books

This literary memoir delves into the remarkable four-decade friendship between historian Ramachandra Guha and his editor Rukun Advani, exploring their enduring yet sometimes fractious relationship rooted in early exchanges in 1980s Delhi. Through a rich collection of letters and emails, the book reveals the evolution of their partnership, highlighting Advani’s influence on Guha's acclaimed writing and their candid debates on politics and human nature. Filled with wit, humor, and candidness, it offers a unique glimpse into a close yet complex bond that has withstood time and ideological differences.