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Walking in the Park – Tales from Lalbagh by K.M. Chandrashekaran, 1976
About the Book
Lalbagh – the magnificent horticultural park in Bangalore, with its trees, shrubs, lakes, ponds, flower-gardens, the Glass House, the Bandstand, gazebos, the Rock and little temples – is the setting for this collection of short stories. Everyone who lives in Bangalore, or who has stayed there for some time, or passed through the city, will have heard of, and probably visited, the park.
This collection is inspired by the many hours I spent walking in Lalbagh, having lived close by for many years, where I observed others like myself, as well as the flora and fauna that the park abounds in.
This set of stories, probably the first of its kind to be set in an iconic park in India, chronicles the eccentric adventures of a wide range of colourful characters in Lalbagh. You will wander through the park along with the bird-watcher, the singer, the chanter, the siddha and many others. Readers, especially those familiar with Bangalore or Lalbagh, will find these stories a joy to read.
About the Author
K.M. Chandrashekaran, an avid reader since his youth, credits his parents, Janaki and Narayana Kurup, for nurturing his lifelong love for books and the written word. Their encouragement laid the foundation for his deep interest in storytelling and knowledge.
An alumnus of IIT Madras and IIM Bangalore, Chandrashekaran has had a diverse career. He played a pivotal role in establishing Yoga Alliance International, the first global Indian certification organization for yoga schools, merging his entrepreneurial spirit with his passion for yoga.
As an author, his works include Yogatma: The Spirit of Yoga and Fat Cats and Other Stories, both widely available on platforms like Amazon. His short stories have been published in esteemed newspapers such as The Statesman, The Hindu, Hindustan Times, and Deccan Herald. Through his writing, Chandrashekaran continues to share his love for storytelling and his unique perspectives on life.
