| My Dateless Diary | |
| Author: | R. K. Narayan |
| Country: | India |
| Genre: | Autobiographical essays |
| Publisher: | Indian Thought Publications |
| Release Date: | 1960 |
| Media Type: | |
| Isbn: | 978-0-14-010941-2 |
| Dewey: | 823 B 20 |
| Congress: | PR9499.3.N3 Z472 1988 |
| Oclc: | 20132905 |
| Preceded By: | The Guide |
| Followed By: | The Man-Eater of Malgudi |
My Dateless Diary is a collection of autobiographical essays by R. K. Narayan published in 1960.[1] The book was the output of a daily journal that he maintained during his visit to the United States on a Rockefeller Fellowship in 1956.[2] While on this visit, Narayan also completed The Guide, the writing of which is covered in this book.[3] The book is focused on Narayan's interactions with the American people and the people themselves.[4] The book also highlights Narayan's view of the west, his appreciation and admiration in general, but subtle disapproval of specific aspects while making it known that there isn't much of a gap between his values and those he has come across.[5] The book offers insights into both, the author and his subjects.[6]