The Baluchari exhibition also resulted in bringing of a book titled Baluchars: The Woven Narrative Silks of Bengal edited by Jasleen Dhamija and brought out by Niyogi Publications, launched with the exhibition is another addition in this ongoing work to document the rich tradition of Baluchari weaving which reached its height and then vanished. The book with chapters contributed by various authors and experts, has in one place managed to collate and collect varied resources which make up the Baluchari tradition. No doubt, there must be lots of information and dimensions still unexplored, yet it does justice to the weaving which once was the cynosure of all eyes. The richly illustrated book is a feast to the eyes. The reading brings in a simplistic manner and tries to answer the various why and whats of this form of weaving. Jasleen Dhamija’s vast experience and expertise is amply evident in her chapter on Baluchari weaving. Jasleen Dhamija’s involvement with Baluchari’s revival at Be...