Indian Stories: Images and Thoughts

Not all those who wander are lost. -J.R.R.Tolkien India is a never ending saga and story. This ancient civilisation has amazing stories to narrate. Each tale is steeped in rich culture history and a tapestry which resonates with those delving to discover India. The country is a cradle of several cultures religions art architecture spirituality and sciences. Several dynasties and kingdoms have attempted to be suzerains of this fabled land. But the free-willed enterprising people have braved several storms and woven extraordinary tales. This book is segmented into four parts wanderlust-discovering India by train wondrous India- discovering the lesser-known trails well-known personalities lesser-known people and lastly wavering mind wandering thoughts. Indian history has been fashioned and shaped by both known and lesser- known people all blessed with a robust mind. Eminent philosophers like Adi Shankara and Buddha in quest of harmony and the Indian ethos were on a voyage. May readers too discover the spirit of India through this book. A a no bhadra krtavo Yantu Vishwatah -let noble thoughts come to me from all directions. - Rig Veda.