Book: Old Roads, New Roads
Author: Ruskin Bond
Genre: Anthology
Publisher: Rupa Publication
Pages: 120
Old Roads, New Roads by Ruskin Bond is a collection of 17 stories through which the author takes us to different places. As the author said in the introduction of the book and I quote, “One often hears of the journey and the destination being at odds with each other—one can either enjoy the journey or be excited about reaching the destination. For a long time, I used to believe that the journey is more important than the destination, but, looking back, I realize that I have enjoyed both just as much.” this book takes us to different journeys and different destinations, making us a part of them wholeheartedly.
The stories here were so wholesome, so beautiful with so many emotions in them, sometimes horror, sometimes humour, sometimes calmness, sometimes chaos, and that was the speciality of the book.
The author takes us to places such as Badrinath, Nandprayad, Delhi, Agra, Chutmulpur, Garhwal, Tungnath and so many others, and when the stories of the travel mix with the folktales, religious beliefs, and writings about those places, the reading becomes a fulfilling and gratifying experience.
“Sacred Shrines Along the Way”, “The Road to Badrinath” and “Running Away” are my favourites from the collection.
No wonder this book became one of my favourite reads of this year and I loved every bit of it. But the only thing I wanted in this book was more- more stories, more journeys, more destinations! It ended too soon!
I will end the review again with an excerpt from the Introduction of the book, “I hope this book of journeys to and from the hills, across towns big and small, meeting wise and amusing people, inspires you to step out into the great outdoors and explore old roads and new ones for yourself!”. And no other words than this can describe the beauty, authenticity, calmness, and expression of this book like this.
So go for this book, to literally feel why it is said that you can travel to places by reading a book! It’s just that the book finished too soon, and I wanted more of it! More stories, more travel, more journeys, more comfort!
I was provided a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
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