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Wise and Otherwise By Sudha Murthy

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Binding: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN-13: 978-0143062226
Reader’s Age: Adults 18+ | Suitable for Teens 15+
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Author: Sudha Murty
Release Date: January 1, 2022
Genre: Non Fiction

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Wise and Otherwise by Sudha Murthy,  Real Stories That Teach You How to Live

About the Book

Wise and Otherwise is a beautiful collection of real-life stories drawn from Sudha Murthy’s travels across India. Each story is a quiet reminder that wisdom is not found in books alone, it lives in the people around us, in villages, in struggles, and in simple moments of kindness.

About the Author

Sudha Murthy is one of India’s most beloved authors, social workers, and philanthropists. She is the Chairperson of the Infosys Foundation and has spent decades working in rural India, education, and social welfare. Her writing is known for being honest, simple, and deeply human. She writes the way she speaks — straight from the heart.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is for anyone who believes that real life is the greatest teacher. Whether you are a student, a working professional, a homemaker, or a retiree, these stories will speak to you. If you love books that are easy to read but hard to forget, Wise and Otherwise belongs on your shelf.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is Wise and Otherwise by Sudha Murthy about? Wise and Otherwise is a collection of 51 true short stories based on Sudha Murthy’s real experiences while traveling across India. The book explores human nature, values, kindness, and life lessons through everyday people and situations.

Q2. Is Wise and Otherwise a good book for beginners or young readers? Yes, absolutely. The language is simple, the stories are short, and the messages are universal. It is a great choice for teenagers, college students, and anyone who enjoys easy-to-read but meaningful books.

Q3. How many stories are in Wise and Otherwise? The book contains 51 short stories. Each story is independent, so you can read them in any order. This makes it a perfect book to pick up during a short break or before bedtime.

Q4. Why should I buy Wise and Otherwise — what makes it different from other books? Unlike most self-help or motivational books, Wise and Otherwise does not preach. It simply shares real stories and lets you draw your own lessons. Sudha Murthy’s storytelling feels personal and honest, which is what makes this book stand out. It is one of those rare books that stays with you long after you have finished reading it.

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Weight350 g
Dimensions23.4 × 15.6 × 1.9 cm
Short Summary

Wise and Otherwise takes you on a journey through 51 real stories from the lives of ordinary Indians. You will meet farmers, beggars, students, and saints — each carrying a lesson that no classroom can teach. Sudha Murthy tells these stories with warmth and zero judgment, showing that true wisdom often comes from the most unexpected people. By the time you finish the last page, you will see your own life a little differently.

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  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • ISBN: 9781250437976
  • Reader’s Age: Adults 18+
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Things in Nature Merely Grow by Yiyun Li

What does it mean to keep living when life has changed forever?

Things in Nature Merely Grow by Yiyun Li is a deeply personal memoir about loss, motherhood, love, memory, and the difficult work of continuing to live after unimaginable tragedy. Rather than offering simple answers or a traditional story of healing, Li uses writing, gardening, reading, music, philosophy, and everyday life to examine what remains after loss.

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A Memoir About Love, Loss, and Acceptance

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Why Readers May Connect With This Memoir

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Things in Nature Merely Grow by Yiyun Li

What does it mean to keep living when life has changed forever?

Things in Nature Merely Grow by Yiyun Li is a deeply personal memoir about loss, motherhood, love, memory, and the difficult work of continuing to live after unimaginable tragedy. Rather than offering simple answers or a traditional story of healing, Li uses writing, gardening, reading, music, philosophy, and everyday life to examine what remains after loss.

The book grew from Li’s experience of losing both of her sons, Vincent and James. Through clear, thoughtful prose, she considers grief without trying to make it neat or easy. The result is a powerful meditation on what it means to remember someone, to love them after they are gone, and to continue existing in the world around you.

A Memoir About Love, Loss, and Acceptance

At the center of the book is a mother’s attempt to understand experiences that cannot truly be explained. Li reflects on motherhood, memory, suffering, mortality, and the limits of what one person can know about another.

The title itself comes from Li’s observations of her garden. Plants do not search for explanations or demand a particular meaning from life. They simply grow when they can and become dormant when they must. That simple idea becomes part of Li’s wider reflection on how human beings continue living through circumstances they cannot control.

Why Readers May Connect With This Memoir

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Readers will find:

  • A deeply personal account of motherhood and loss
  • Reflections on grief, memory, mortality, and love
  • Thoughtful discussions of philosophy and literature
  • Gardening and everyday routines as ways of continuing life
  • A direct and intellectually engaging writing style
  • A powerful meditation on what it means to remember

The memoir is particularly suited to readers who appreciate literary nonfiction that asks difficult questions rather than providing easy conclusions.

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Dimensions453 × 1.14 × 20.96 cm

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