I finished reading ‘The Grammar of my Body’ by Abhishek Anicca last week. And the hangover persists. The hangover of living with him in his world. It’s not the world of a book. But that of a life. The author’s life.
The author calls the book ‘The Grammar of my Body’. But I should call it The Grammar of my Being. Of course he explores his body, its challenges and vulnerabilities. But the ultimate aim is to discover newer ways to serve the self.
Abhishek is a living example of how one can create an excellent path for oneself despite the restrictions put by the physical body and the society. In the book he reveals the desires, dreams and dilemmas of his life in a simple and lucid style.
I am enamored by the craft of Abhishek’s writing. It’s not just what he says. But also by the way he expresses himself in several short and engaging sentences. It reminds me of a book of the same name. ‘Several short sentences about writing’ by Verlyn Klinenvorg. Abhishek’s writing is gripping. It has a flair and flow that always keep you afloat.
I strongly recommend that one of the stories from this book should become a part of the curriculum for the students in Indian schools.
Arupedia 