A Matter of Rats : A Short Biography of Patna by Amitava Kumar [Hardcover]

In A Matter of Rats, the author offers a captivating exploration of Patna, blending personal memories with the city’s complex history. He delves into Patna's layered identity—from the grandeur of ancient Pataliputra to the present-day struggles and dreams of its inhabitants. Through varied perspectives and engaging anecdotes, the book brings out the many faces of Patna, portraying it as both challenging and magnetic. From unusual stories of drunken rats to the city’s imperial past and modern educational culture, this account reveals a Patna that is at once decayed and compelling.