I have been aware of World Sparrow Day initiative for the past two years, but I have no idea what possessed me not to make a post about it in my blog. Actually, I do have a vague idea that it had something to do with my laziness (about which I’m not going to elaborate, mostly because I’m feeling quite […]
Book Review: Of Birds and Birdsong
Of Birds and Birdsong by M. Krishnan Rating: 5/5 Of Birds and Birdsong is one of those books that capture your heart as soon as you lay your eyes on their pleasing cover and title. But, it’s neither the cover nor title that holds the real appeal of this book; it’s the content: a beautiful collection of writing on birds […]
Stopping by the woods on a Saturday morning
There is magic in the spring air, one often gets to hear. But, to feel the real charm of this magic, that no written or spoken words can ever describe, one has to dedicate a day out in the woods, in the arms of nature. When you step in the woods and enter the realm of nature, you lose all […]
Home Sweet Home
A tiny bird here, a tiny bird there, and in just a few moments a complete family of about five little birds flitted out of the cold shadow of a dense lantana bush to the warm autumn sunshine. The birds hopped from one twig to another and yet remained within the safe spell of their realm, a dense bush with […]
Book Review: Birds of India
Birds of India: A Literary Anthology edited by Abdul Jamil Urfi Rating: 5/5 Birds of India: A Literary Anthology contains a beautiful assortment of over 70 writings on birds that are both entertaining and informative, a truly pleasurable read for both birdwatchers and non-birdwatchers alike. I recommend it to anyone who wishes to actually enjoy writings on birds and at […]
They crossed my way that fateful day
Ever since the huge windows in our balcony got framed with reflective glasses it became usual for us to expect flying delicacies, mostly at bird rush hours, either flitting around or simply perching in the bars of window cage. For some it served as a suitable spot for morning gatherings, noon rests and evening chatters, but for most the glasses […]