Sunday, April 9, 2023

Book Review : The Trees of Dehra by Ruskin Bond

                         

'The Trees of Dehra' by Ruskin Bond, is a collection of short stories woven in Dehra, a beautiful hill station in India now known as Dehradun. It vividly portrays the natural beauty and peaceful life of the hills. The author's love for bountiful flora is reflected in each and every story, as he shares anecdotes and memories from his childhood days. The mentionable trees are willow, pines, coconut tree, oaks, maplewoods, chestnut tree, rhododendrons, coral tree, jackfruit tree, sal, banyan tree, deodars, the cherry tree etc. He gives the humane touch to these soft leafy colossuses as he talks about the walking trees as well as friendly trees.

This book is an interesting read as it highlights the benevolent nature in the form of gentle giants. A must read/ listen for a nature lover. 
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  1. AnonymousApril 30, 2023 at 7:27 PM

    Jai Sri Hari! Thank you for sharing this beautiful article on the trees of Dehra. It is said in the scriptures, "The one who plants trees, knowing that he will never sit in their shade, has at least started to understand the meaning of life." Ruskin Bond's love for nature and trees is truly reflected in this book. A reminder for me to appreciate the blessings of Mother Nature.

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