Wise & Otherwise: A Salute to Life
Sudha Murty presents a collection of fifty snapshots into the human condition, each one leaving you turning the page faster than the last. A father abandoned to a care home by his own son. A hill-dwelling elder whose quiet grace teaches the author something vital about dignity. A bedridden woman who finds strength enough to express gratitude. These narratives, gathered from across India, paint an unflinching portrait of ordinary people doing extraordinary things, both noble and terrible. What sets this book apart is Murty's unfussy voice. She doesn't sentimentalise; instead, she captures moments with observant clarity and a dry wit that somehow makes even the darkest stories bearable, even illuminating. Acts of stunning kindness sit alongside betrayals so casual they sting. The author witnesses it all and reports back with the precision of someone who truly listens. Nearly two decades after its original release, this refreshed edition continues to resonate with readers seeking to understand themselves and the world afresh. It's the sort of book that lingers, prompting quiet reflection long after you've finished.
- Author: Murthy Sudha
- Publisher: Penguin
- Genre: Literary Fiction
- ISBN: 978-0143062226
- Pages: 232 pages