The Holy Cow and Other Indian Stories uses stories to try and explain to the reader what India is— its customs, traditions, culture, philosophical ideas, religion, etc.— and how different they are from one another. Anyone who wants to comprehend India's intricate, frequently perplexing religious environment better would find this to be an entertaining and educational read. The book is full of interesting facts and has a tonne of fantastic photographs. You'll find a potted history and cultural guide between the glossy pages, with two to three pages devoted to each topic.