Publisher's Synopsis
This book containing excerpts from Ramnath Subramanian's novels, poems, and newspaper columns invites readers to explore questions and challenges facing contemporary society. From incisive social critiques to lyrical musings on everyday moments, the author sets forth a mosaic of thoughts on a wide range of topics guaranteed to illuminate and entertain the mind. Whether trekking in the foothills of the Himalayas or spending a leisurely hour at Piazza della Signoria in Florence, Italy, Subramanian's mind makes immaculate measurements of his surroundings, judging them for their culture, beauty, and humanity. The author's narrative is replete with references to art, literature, and history, and he believes that "true" learning happens when we look at the world with curiosity, joy, and wonder.
