Cave of My Ancestors

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Kirin Narayan's exploration of the Vishwakarma cave temple in Bombay intertwines personal history with scholarly research. Inspired by her father's stories, she delves into the temple's significance, blending insights from various disciplines such as archaeology and art history. The book is a captivating mix of memoir and detective narrative, revealing centuries of history while contemplating themes of devotion and connection to heritage. Narayan's writing illuminates the relationship between place, family, and the divine, making it a profound journey of discovery.