To Indira.

As I sat amidst my pile of books, thinking about my next blog post, this book caught my eye, just like it did when I first saw it in the Anand Bhawan museum shop. Yes, I actually bought it from the museum shop itself, and it has a stamp to prove it, which makes this book even more precious to me.

I finished reading "Letters from a Father to His Daughter" by Jawaharlal Nehru on June 25, 2024, and I'm finally writing about it now. I absolutely loved reading this book. It's a collection of letters that Nehru wrote to his daughter, 9 old Indira, where he tries to introduce her to the world, its origin, its history, its principles, and everything else. 

The book includes a lot of beautiful illustrations, enough to catch a child's eye and please yours too. If you're someone who's been affected by social media and has started to hate Mister Nehru, believe me, it will do no harm to your children. Instead, it will teach them a little bit about world history, life, how to study nature and be closer to it. It talks about animals, how they came, races, languages, relationships, formation of different ideas, great cities of the world, language, writing, fossils, dreams, and mostly India.

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Complex concepts, like the idea of God and how we got here, in such a beautiful and simple way. I couldn't help but think that if more fathers took the time to introduce their children to World and it's history, the world would be a little wiser and a little nicer because I believe history humbles us.

I've been thinking about which book I would recommend to every child in my life, and this is definitely it, his writing is infused with a sense of curiosity, compassion, and critical thinking - essential qualities for any child to develop I think. Yes, it's considered a children's classic, but that doesn't mean adults can't learn from it too. In fact, I think everyone should read this book, regardless of age. 

I also want to mention that I was struck by the beautiful cover design of this book. I don't know if you guys know this, but the color theme of this book cover is very similar to the colors of Anand Bhawan - yes, white and this light, dreamy sky color. That's just beautiful! It's as if the book's design is paying homage to Nehru's ancestral home, where I bought the book.

For those interested in learning more about Jawaharlal Nehru's life and works, I absolutely recommend exploring the Anand Bhawan museum, which was once his residence. The museum showcases his personal belongings, letters, and photographs, offering a glimpse into his remarkable life. 

In conclusion, "Letters from a Father to His Daughter" by Jawaharlal Nehru is a timeless treasure that has left an indelible mark on my heart, it's a window into India's history, a testament to the beauty of father-daughter relationships, and a call to action for curious and compassionate living.

I wish I could share more of my experience with you through the numerous photos I took at Anand Bhawan, but i lost most of them ^a familiar tale for me! 

Thank you for walking with me through this reflection on "Letters from a Father to His Daughter." I look forward to sharing more with you.