This book explores the profound impact of Günter Grass's experiences in India and Bangladesh on his literary and personal life. Martin Kämpchen, a noted scholar of German literature and South Asian culture, compiles a rich collection of materials detailing Grass's sojourns in Calcutta and other parts of the subcontinent. The work includes Grass's own essays and lectures, alongside critical references, to illuminate his engagement with the region and its people.

This collection is likely to be of significant interest to scholars of German literature and those interested in the cultural exchanges between Europe and South Asia. The compilation of Grass's own writings alongside critical commentary provides a multi-faceted view of his engagement with the region. The work offers a unique perspective on how travel and cultural immersion can shape an artist's output and worldview.