I picked up this book as part of the #discoveringindiareadathon. A Song of India is the next installment in the series of memoirs by my beloved writer Ruskin Bond. This book talks about his days before he left India and how he spent his days. The book chronicles that year when he spent with his family in Dehra and his journey as a writer. The book beautiful pictorial depictions illustrated by Mihir Joglekar about writer’s tutoring days, his exploration of the city and his budding romance with Raj; his friend’s sister.
Just like any other book by Bond this book is a perfect pick to curl up in a corner with a warm cuppa and seek comfort in these accounts. I had my moments of happiness while visualizing this writer’s journey and his witty side shines more than once in these brilliant accounts. The plain but subtle illustrations make the reading experience very enjoyable.
Bond’s writing has always been very soothing. Every time I read his books; I am taken back to that pleasant memory lane where I travelled all the way to Landour to meet this brilliant writer.
His books have always occupied a special place in my heart and they will dwell for eternity.