After years of study of Indian art and philosophy, Campbell, at 50, finally embarked on a journey to India. Searching for the transcendent (Brahman), he found instead stark realities: growing nationalism, religious rivalry, poverty, and a culture of what he called "baksheesh, " or alms. This journal chronicles the disillusionment and revelation that would change the course of Campbell's life and study. [Edit review] [Delete review]