An Odyssey Of The Mind

An Odyssey Of The Mind

Author : Narendra Murty

Publisher: The Alcove Publishers

Pages : 174

Price : 299 INR

Format : Paperback

Buy : Amazon India

Rating : 5/5 Stars

Blurb :

After the conclusion of the Trojan War, the Greek hero Odysseus had to wander for ten years facing numerous difficulties in different lands before he could finally return to his kingdom Ithaca. These difficulties and wanderings of Odysseus came to be known as the Odyssey. The author too, in his quest for making sense of this complex world, undertook deep research and observation to write twenty essays over a period of ten years. After wandering through the various countries of the mind such as psychology, political philosophy, sociology, ecology, history, philosophy and the impact of technology on human society and culture – the author makes us face profound questions about the present state of our society, culture and civilization. Is the Internet taking a toll on our ability to focus and concentrate? On our very intelligence? Why do people suffer from Mid Life Blues? Is Artificial Intelligence an unmitigated blessing? Why do we suffer from loneliness and alienation in spite of being connected all the time? In an era of cyber connectivity and digital footprint, is freedom really possible? Why is identity politics erupting all over the world? With robots as baby sitters, sex companions and care givers for the elders, what is going to be the future of love and relationships? Is it possible to find security in an ever-changing dynamic world? These are some of the enchanting countries of the mind that the author explores. This is a mental journey of epic proportions. This is an Odyssey of the Mind.

Review : 

Honestly, the book is very well written and covers a wide range of topics that are relevant to many people. The essays are short and easy to read and understand as well. The book is very insightful and offers a lot of practical advices for dealing with everyday challenges and struggle. I love how this book is artfully written yet is extremely relevant to every single chapter we used to currently and deal in life. This is very first book by this author and I plan to read more. 

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