{"product_id":"grb-pb-the-curry-coast-by-binoo-k-john-grade-b","title":"GRB Pb The Curry Coast by Binoo K John (Grade - B)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"454\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA captivating travelogue by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBinoo K. John\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, first published in \u003cstrong data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"155\"\u003e1999\u003c\/strong\u003e and later revised and republished in \u003cstrong data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"201\"\u003e2016\u003c\/strong\u003e. The book retraces the historic route of the Portuguese explorer \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eVasco da Gama\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, who landed on the Malabar Coast in \u003cstrong data-start=\"341\" data-end=\"349\"\u003e1498\u003c\/strong\u003e, forever changing the history of India and the global spice trade. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003eThe journey takes readers along the legendary \u003cstrong data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"543\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMalabar Coast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, exploring historic towns such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"619\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eKozhikode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (Calicut), \u003cstrong data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"672\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eKochi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"715\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eKannur\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"717\" data-end=\"758\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBeypore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"805\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMahe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Through visits to ancient forts, spice markets, churches, temples, beaches, and shipyards, John uncovers the region's remarkable blend of history, commerce, religion, and culture. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1549\"\u003eMore than a travel diary, the book is a rich exploration of Kerala's past and present. It examines the influence of Portuguese, Dutch, British, and French colonial powers, the rise of social reform and communist movements, and the evolution of one of India's most literate and politically aware states. Along the way, the author meets local historians, descendants of the Zamorin rulers, fishermen, spice traders, and ordinary residents, creating a vivid portrait of modern Kerala. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003eFood is another central theme. From Malabar biryani and seafood curries to traditional spices and local delicacies, the author celebrates the cuisine that made this coastline famous around the world. Written with wit, historical insight, and journalistic curiosity, \u003cem data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003eThe Curry Coast\u003c\/em\u003e successfully combines travel writing, history, and cultural commentary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NEW BOOK WORLD","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":49991568359664,"sku":null,"price":265.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/0402\/4048\/files\/71cf_FcH2ML._AC_UY327_FMwebp_QL65.webp?v=1783508474","url":"https:\/\/newbookworld.com\/products\/grb-pb-the-curry-coast-by-binoo-k-john-grade-b","provider":"NEW BOOK WORLD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}