“Only their efforts to make him talk failed. He would say one word at a time, if pressed, but seemed happier not to and could not be made to repeat a whole line. Gradually, as his family learnt how to anticipate his few needs and how to respond, they ceased to notice his silence—his manner of communication seemed full and rich enough to them: he no more needed to converse than Aunt Mira's cat did.”
This book delves into the journey of a protagonist as they navigate life's challenges, seeking clarity and enlightenment. more
Anita Desai is a renowned Indian novelist, born on June 24, 1937. Her works are known for their delicate emotional portrayal and profound insight into the social life of India. more
“So many distractions, when all she wanted was silence, so she could understand what was going on”
“God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God in him.”
“Be comfortable with silence. You don't have to justify every move you make.”
“If you call for help, something as big as the ocean comes to your assistance: silence.”
“Silence is a sea whereas words are a river.”
“Maybe she was escaping from the chaos of the words to the cosmos of silence.”