Epitaph and Other Poems

Epitaph and Other Poems by P. Ramachandran (1924-2008) is a collection of poems by and about an extra ordinary individual who lived an ordinary life.  His poems are poignant evocative relatable and haunting. The poems speak about his life dreams disappointments anger pain joys and sorrows.  He kept notes and scribbles in his notebook which he did  not share with anyone during his lifetime. His “Epitaph” is best said in his own words:   “You lived a life full of strife To be an example of what is life Death descended to stop this strife Rest is a must after such a life.” An extraordinary reading experience penned by an ordinary man relatable to all poetry lovers. This compilation includes four poems written by his son and daughter about late Ramachandran.