Discover books for children, young adults and adults that use the reality of society to shape young minds with entertaining stories that are not just escapist fantasies.
Summer, as I remember it from childhood, was never something we feared—it was simply a way of life. Growing up in Delhi in the 1950 and 60s, we studied in municipal schools that often operated under tents. Sitting on floor mats, writing on wooden slates, we attended afternoon classes even in peak heat. For nearly…
A tiny plant—can it offer the same intimate comfort as a pet dog, cat, parrot, or any other living being? The answer to this question is subjective. There are people like me who love greenery and have many pots on their terrace and in their courtyard; for them, these plants are an integral part of…
Happiness is not something abstract—it is the calm and comfort created by positive thoughts. The longer we hold on to such thoughts, the greater their impact on our mental and physical well-being. But how do we actually create happiness in daily life? The answer often lies in the simplest moments. Childhood teaches us this best—time…
From Mahishasura’s fall arose the sacred might,Durga’s power, Shiva’s will and cosmic light.With Brahma, Vishnu standing as decree,The Pallava kings shaped stones of unity. Guides and scholars still debate the scene—Are these the Pandavs’ chariots once seen?Or was this land a sculptor’s living school,Where form was tested, chisel made the rule? We paused, reflected—then a…
The Soldier and The Seeker: The Awakening Performing one’s Duty in an Unattached to Results and Surrender to the will of the Supreme “A soldier’s duty is to fight to win the war, but what happens when the duty is to ‘let go’ of the result and surrender to the will of the Supreme?” This…
Vijay Kumar Dhingra, a retired water Resources Engineer shares his fervent passion for driving positive changes in the society through these tales crafted for young people.
