- The book ‘Monks, Monkeys and Memories’ is the latest book by renowned author and homeopath Dr Rajan Sankaran. It’s a potpourri of life’s journey. In this book Dr Rajan comes out as an extraordinary storyteller. In his unique humorous style, he takes the reader to different phases of life through 50 small chapters full of humour and emotions. It makes the reader laugh and laugh and also cry. His candid narration about his own journey of life towards self-discovery over the years through Gnan yoga(liberation through seeking knowledge) and Nishkam Karma(selfless action without expectation) makes the reader to introspect one’s own self. It’s really a treat to read the book. His travelogue to many countries in different continents and his encounter with different situations virtually takes you to those places. He gives glimpses of cultures of different cities. It makes the reader realise that at one level each one of us is a fish in the ocean. At another level, we are the ocean itself with all the fishes in it. At that level of awareness, one sees all of these as part of their larger self. One can see beyond good and bad, life and death, me and you, Monkey and monk. In the realm of awareness, such distinctions dissolve, leaving only a unified sense of presence. With this realisation comes the healing of self and one becomes empathetic and compassionate towards all beings. Once you start reading the book, you don’t feel like stopping unless you finish it. It’s a must read for every book lover. Published by Notion Press. com, the book is reasonably priced at Rs.599/-
