Bhang Journey

A Voyage Through Culture, Memory & the Sacred

Bhang Journey by Speaking Tiger is a rich, immersive exploration of one of India's most ancient and culturally layered traditions. Part travelogue, part cultural history, and part personal memoir, this book traces the author's encounters with bhang — the sacred cannabis preparation woven into the fabric of Indian festivals, spirituality, and everyday life across centuries.

From the ghats of Varanasi to village fairs and temple rituals, Bhang Journey takes readers on an unforgettable road through the landscapes, stories, and people that keep this tradition alive. It is a book about much more than bhang — it is about India itself: its contradictions, its devotion, its humour, and its enduring relationship with the sacred and the profane.

What Readers Will Discover

• A vivid, on-the-ground exploration of bhang's role in Indian culture and spirituality
• Encounters with sadhus, farmers, festival-goers, and custodians of tradition
• The history and mythology of bhang from ancient texts to modern India
• Beautifully observed writing that captures the sights, sounds, and spirit of the journey

Perfect For

Readers interested in Indian culture, travel writing, social history, and narrative non-fiction. A compelling read for anyone curious about the lesser-explored traditions of the subcontinent.

Publisher: Speaking Tiger  |  ISBN: 9789363363472  |  Format: Hardback